Nutrition Therapist I, II, or III

State of Oklahoma • Stillwater - 1321 W 7th Avenue, MT

1d • $67,437 • Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family provide nutrition and dietary expertise along with nutrition assessment, education and counseling to individuals and groups at the local level. These positions are also responsible for the development, submission, and implementation of plans to provide nutrition education and services to clients within their service area.

Requirements

• Level I Holds a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in the field of nutrition from an accredited college or university.
• Level II Consists of registration as a dietitian or dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, and licensure or provisional licensure with the Oklahoma State board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.
• Level III Consists of registration as a dietitian or dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, and licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision plus two years of experience as a registered dietitian.
• A master’s degree in public health with a major in nutrition or a master’s degree with an emphasis on nutrition may substitute for one year of experience.
• Knowledge of current nutritional sciences
• Skills to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• The ability to prepare and present nutrition education information in individual/group settings
• The ability to keep necessary records according to agency policy and procedures
• The ability to promote a supportive work environment.
• Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect nutrition education services
• Evaluates and assesses the nutritional status and needs of patients/clients and develops individual care plans (ICP)
• Provides and/or oversees nutrition/dietary prescriptions and coordinates with health care providers as appropriate
• Refers patients/clients to other health-related and social services, as necessary
• Documents ICP, referrals, and follow-up to referrals appropriately
• Provides nutrition in-service trainings to staff
• Develops nutrition plans when required by state and/or federal program requirements
• Provides community awareness and/or outreach in regard to public health and nutrition
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the position.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level