Registered Dietitian

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Registered Dietitian (RD) provides Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), nutrition assessment, counseling, and education to the patients of Affinia Healthcare and nutrition education to WIC eligible participants and assess their nutritional needs for certification eligibility. The RD works collaboratively with healthcare providers, WIC staff, and community partners to support healthy pregnancies, breastfeeding, infant feeding, and chronic disease prevention through evidence-based nutrition care.

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

Experience: Requires at least one (1) year experience providing Medical Nutrition Therapy and nutrition counseling. Preference given to applicants with experience working in community health, WIC, maternal/child health, or FQHC settings.

Skills and Abilities which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

1. Knowledge of USDA WIC program policies and nutrition risk criteria.
2. Strong counseling and motivational interviewing.
3. Ability to work with diverse populations and culturally sensitive nutrition education.
4. Ability to develop and deliver group education and cooking classes.
5. Strong documentation and electronic health record (EHR) skills.
6. Excellent communication and teamwork.

Residency and Transportation Requirement: Must possess a valid driver's license and automobile with insurance coverage as required by the State of Missouri.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required: Licensed Dietitian in the State of Missouri. Must pass RD exam within 6 months of hire; must be licensed in the State of Missouri.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Essential Functions:

1. Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to patients with nutrition-related health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and gastrointestinal disorders.
2. Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments including dietary intake, anthropometrics, lab values, medical history, and social determinants of health.
3. Provide individual and group nutrition counseling using evidence-based practices and motivational interviewing techniques.
4. Deliver nutrition education to WIC participants, including pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age five.
5. Develop and implement nutrition education materials and classes focused on healthy eating, breastfeeding support, infant feeding, and chronic disease prevention.
6. Collaborate with WIC staff, healthcare providers, nurses, pharmacist and care coordinators to ensure coordinated patient care.
7. Document patient encounters and services in the electronic health record (EHR) in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
8. Participate in case management and referrals for participants requiring additional services such as lactation support, food assistance, or social services.
9. Assist with community outreach and health promotion activities related to nutrition and WIC services.
10. Support quality improvement initiatives and help track program outcomes related to nutrition services.
11. Stay current on WIC policies, USDA guidelines, and evidence-based nutrition practices.
12. Other duties as assigned

Marginal Functions:

1. Attend meetings in the community as needed.
2. Serve as a speaker on nutritional issues both in and outside of the agency as schedule allows.
3. Attend staff and agency meetings as required.
4. Order supplies
5. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with academic institutions.

Supervises: None

NOTE: SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THREE REFERENCES