Nutritionist (Non-RD)

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers•Saginaw, MI

65d

About The Position

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Assists nutrition department in monitoring desktop through screening, scheduling and referrals. In an individual, group or telehealth under the direction of the registered dietitian, provides general nutrition and wellness education within their scope of practice. Refers patients to the RD for nutrition problems that are beyond the scope of practice for this position. Provides follow-up through monitoring and evaluation to the RD's nutrition care plan. Motivates patients to make changes and set individual nutrition goals by using Client Centered Services (CCS) and Motivational Interviewing Skills. Assesses patient's need for other health services through GLBHC or make appropriate outside referrals. Documents all work performed and outcomes of nutrition interventions in medical records (EMR) in a timely manner as required by GLBHC policy. Collaborates and communicates with members of the integrated care team to advance nutrition related care. Participates in meetings and huddles as needed. Participates in Quality and Process Improvement (QI) efforts, as needed. Assesses the need for patient education materials and other forms and assists in the development or procurement of these materials. Acts as a resource to all health center staff by staying current with nutrition knowledge, standards and practices of care. Participates and supports in providing nutrition services to other GLBHC programs (ex: Weight Management, School Based) as needed. Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, Basic Life Support, BLS certification required.
One year of related job experience preferably in public or community health/patient education
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
Punctual, organized, dependable and flexible in nature.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Medium Physical Effort
Full-time or Part-time, as scheduled.
Flexible and varied.
Late afternoon and evening hours may occasionally be required.
If travel to sites not normally assigned is required reimbursement consistent with GLBHC policy if personal vehicle is used.

Responsibilities

Assists nutrition department in monitoring desktop through screening, scheduling and referrals.
In an individual, group or telehealth under the direction of the registered dietitian, provides general nutrition and wellness education within their scope of practice.
Refers patients to the RD for nutrition problems that are beyond the scope of practice for this position.
Provides follow-up through monitoring and evaluation to the RD's nutrition care plan.
Motivates patients to make changes and set individual nutrition goals by using Client Centered Services (CCS) and Motivational Interviewing Skills.
Assesses patient's need for other health services through GLBHC or make appropriate outside referrals.
Documents all work performed and outcomes of nutrition interventions in medical records (EMR) in a timely manner as required by GLBHC policy.
Collaborates and communicates with members of the integrated care team to advance nutrition related care. Participates in meetings and huddles as needed.
Participates in Quality and Process Improvement (QI) efforts, as needed.
Assesses the need for patient education materials and other forms and assists in the development or procurement of these materials.
Acts as a resource to all health center staff by staying current with nutrition knowledge, standards and practices of care.
Participates and supports in providing nutrition services to other GLBHC programs (ex: Weight Management, School Based) as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Primary Care Nutrition Services Coordinator.
Assists in WIC program if trained in MI-WIC System
Participates in community events and collaborations in efforts to broaden awareness of GLBHC mission and its services, and with the goal of improving the overall health of the community