WIC Nutritionist

Salary : $40,946.52 Annually
Location : Central Regional Health Center Tulsa OK
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 202200330
Department: WIC
Opening Date: 09/02/2026


Description


Primarily responsible for providing nutrition assessment and education for clients through classes and individual counseling. Provides nutrition education classes, breastfeeding support and promotion.

Examples of Duties


The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position, but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (100% of Time):

1. Evaluate the nutrition status of individuals and completes certification for WIC eligibility.
2. Determine the nutrition status of clients; evaluate dietary practices; and plan individual nutrition guidance and care for normal nutrition and diet problems.

1. Counsel clients to motivate and encourage change to improve quality of life through modifications in diet, activity, and other lifestyle habits.
2. Refer clients to additional agencies or programs that may be of benefit to that person or family.

1. Provide nutrition education to individuals, families and groups by conducting classes and providing individual consultation.
2. Perform Hemoglobin checks and handle blood samples of WIC clients.
3. Collect anthropometric data on all WIC clients by obtaining weight and height measurements.
4. During individual consultation appointments, the nutritionist is responsible for completing the Midpoint Wellness Check when indicated.
5. Responsible for responding to TEAMS messages, emails and other forms of communication in a timely manner.
6. Provide support to nutrition assistants in the WIC Program.
7. If bilingual, provide support to clients, staff and OSDH WIC as requested to ensure clients receive service in their preferred language and materials are culturally relevant.
8. Provide nutrition education and training for WIC staff and WIC eligible populations as requested or needed.
9. Provide breastfeeding promotion, support and counseling. This includes the issuance of breast pumps and promotion of breastfeeding to WIC clients, among other activities.
10. Mentor dietetic intern students assigned to WIC for their community rotations.
11. Monitor and maintain inventory of breast pump supplies at assigned clinics.
12. Assist in the day-to-day operation of assigned WIC clinics, which are subject to change based on client needs, caseload volume and other factors.
13. Input all PHOCIS records by end of workday or within 24 hours of appointment completion.
14. Evaluate each formula request received by WIC clinic staff within 24 hours of receipt. Input a PHOCIS encounter immediately following evaluation with notes detailing the current status of the request, including pending, completed, and/or further recommendations.
15. Responsible for submitting work orders and communicating with Manager/Supervisor for clinic and personal maintenance, safety and technology issues.
16. Required to activate and deactivate alarm systems at satellite WIC sites and ensure the building is locked and secured before leaving the premises.
17. Complete required training in support of duties and responsibilities of this position.
18. Other duties as assigned including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.

Typical Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in a social, community, health, education or nutritional field required.
Experience : One year of experience as a WIC certifier preferred. Knowledge of nutrition as it relates to public health practices.
Knowledge and Skills:

• Good written and oral communication skills. Bilingual in Spanish/Zomi preferred.
• Skill in preparation and presentation of materials in formal classes.
• Good interpersonal skills to deal effectively with clients and staff.
• Comfortable working with blood samples.

Licenses:

• Candidate for the Certified Nutrition Specialist credential preferred, but not required.
• Valid Oklahoma driver license.

Supplemental Information

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal contact with management, clinical and support staff to provide program support and referrals.
• External contact with Oklahoma State Department of Health WIC Program, community agencies and groups to coordinate WIC services and to promote good nutrition practices in Oklahoma.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Physical effort is required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods.

• Repeating motions, including the wrist, hands and/or fingers.
• Stooping, bending, and squatting.
• Extend arm(s) up and out.
• Use of hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Identify sounds in order to receive information and to communicate by use of the spoken word.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY:
Direct Supervision - None
Indirect Supervision - Provides technical direction to nutrition assistants.
Budget/Money/Material - Responsible for assigned equipment.
Reports to - RD Supervisor & WIC Manager
Location- On-Site

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Working with the public and infants in a clinic work environment. Regular exposure to indoor lights and office noise.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
• Must possess ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.
• Must be punctual and work required shifts.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, and paid time off.

Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

See below for more details or visit our benefit page :

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Holidays (typically 13 days per calendar year + 2 floating holidays)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 20 hours per month
• Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Care Plan including Cancer*
• Accident Plan
• Hospitalization Plan
• Supplemental and Whole Life Plans
• Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs)
• Retirement Pension Fund with a 5-year vesting period.
• Investment Benefits (e.g., 401A Employer/Employee Matching Fund (max. $150 per month), 457 Deferred Compensation Plan).
• Post Employment Health Plan (PEHP) - employer contributes 1% of the employee's salary per year and unused employee sick leave is transferred to PEHP account upon retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Working 4 Balance - Workplace Wellness Program
• Promotional Opportunities
• Flex Plan
• Tulsa Municipal Employees Federal Credit Union
• THD employment qualifies for nursing education loan repayment through the NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program.