Nutritionist Sr. (VDH07747)

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Roanoke, VA

13d•$45,000 - $52,000•Onsite

About The Position

Consider joining the Virginia Department of Health as we foster healthy and resilient communities. This is your opportunity to serve the public in the WIC Program at the Roanoke City/Alleghany Health District as a Nutritionist Sr. This is a readvertisement. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered. This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the Federal WIC grant. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually. Annual funding cycle October 1 to September 30 of the following year. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of funds. This position offers an incentive that includes a $2,500.00 sign on bonus OR front end loaded leave time of 40 hours.

Requirements

Must meet requirements for use of use of title Dietitian/Nutritionist as authorized by Code of VA 54.1 – 2731
Knowledge of nutritional programs, policies & procedures; current therapeutic diets, principles of nutrition, nutrition standards & application to public health
Skills in use of electronic health records; counseling techniques including motivational interviewing & participant centered approaches
Ability to supervise, schedule & evaluate personnel; assess clinic flow for efficiency & effectiveness; promote breastfeeding; perform comprehensive nutrition assessments; identify nutrition risks & develop individual care plans; communicate in a professional manner; work effectively as a member of a team with diverse participants

Nice To Haves

Registration by Commission on Dietetic Registration
Obtain certification as Competent Professional Authority within (6) months of hire

Responsibilities

Supervises nutrition staff in clinics and/or coordinates all WIC and other nutritional program components district wide.
Responsible for work direction and quality assurance.
Performs nutrition assessments, evaluates patient needs, and prepares a written care plan.
Counsels patients according to needs.
Follows up with patient until problems are resolved.
Documents care and if a reimbursable service and completes nutrition portion of billing form.
Coordinates training for professional, paraprofessional and technical support staff.
May perform other related administrative tasks.