WIC Registered Dietician

Job Description

Job Description

About Start Corporation

Start Corporation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1984. Our Mission is to promote opportunities, which enhance the self-sufficiency of people to empower them to live and function independently.

Job Description

Our Covington clinic is looking for a WIC Registered Dietician, apply today!

Minimum Requirements

• License to be a Dietician in the State of Louisiana 
• Be over 18 years of age 
• Possess a valid driver's license 
• Prior experience  preferred

Core Competencies

• Knowledge and ability monitor and measure programs' compliance and with all applicable policies, funding and billing regulations, and laws.
• Knowledge and ability to monitor all aspects of quality assurance/improvement and to implement plans to further improve quality. 
• Knowledge and ability to to assist in monitoring programs' compliance to applicable accreditation standards and implementing corrective action plans as necessary.

Job Duties / Skills Required 

• Assesses BMI, evaluates nutritional status, and identifies nutritional needs. 
• Evaluates participants tolerance for prescribed diet.  
• Conducts healthcare screenings and assessments. 
• Coordinates care with other medical providers for medically fragile patients.
• Provides age-appropriate education and instruction. 
• Enters information into an Electronic Health Record on all participant services in a timely manner.

Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; disability and life insurance; paid time off; 13 paid holidays per year for regular full-time employees; and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.