Registered Dietitian (WIC) Program- Montbello Family Practice

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

About The Position

Denver Health is recruiting a mission-driven Registered Dietitian to provide professional nutrition services to participants in the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program at Montbello Family Practice. Under general supervision, the Registered Dietitian conducts nutrition assessments, identifies nutrition risk factors, develops care plans, provides participant-centered nutrition education and counseling, supports breastfeeding, and authorizes WIC food packages and formulas within established guidelines. The role coordinates care with healthcare providers and community resources, maintains required documentation, and contributes to quality service delivery. The position supports clinic operations, quality improvement, staff development, and program initiatives while developing proficiency in WIC policies, procedures, and public health nutrition practice. It also assists with orientation and support for paraprofessional staff, volunteers, and dietetic interns as assigned. This is a regular day-shift position. The listed salary range is $63,300 to $91,800 per year. Denver Health describes itself as an integrated academic healthcare system and Colorado’s essential safety-net healthcare system.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field and current RD/RDN credential. Bachelor’s-prepared RDs credentialed before the master’s requirement are eligible.
Less than one year of experience as a Registered Dietitian; completion of an accredited supervised practice program qualifies as required experience.
Current Registered Dietitian certification from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to delegate responsibility as appropriate, exercise good independent judgment, and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to assess data reflecting a patient’s status and interpret relevant information.
Knowledge of disease-specific and age-specific nutrition standards of care.
Understanding of Local, State, Federal, and The Joint Commission standards and regulations.
Competency using computer systems for order entry and updating diet and patient information.
Understanding of how to use the current version of the online Nutrition Care Manual.
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and other IT/software systems.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments using anthropometric data, laboratory values, health history, diagnoses, dietary intake, feeding practices, and other relevant information.
Provide individualized, participant-centered nutrition education and counseling using evidence-based practices and WIC guidance.
Manage routine and moderately complex nutrition concerns and consult experienced staff as appropriate.
Evaluate participant information and assign nutrition risk factors using federal and state criteria.
Develop and implement care plans based on participants’ identified risks and needs.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.
Ensure appropriate follow-up for high-risk participants.
Promote and support breastfeeding through education, counseling, and encouragement; provide guidance on common concerns and refer complex lactation concerns according to protocols.
Assess participant needs and authorize specialized WIC food packages and eligible formulas in accordance with regulations and agency procedures.
Review supporting documentation and consult supervisory staff about complex formula requests or medically high-risk situations.
Assist with appointment coverage, participant flow, telephone support, and other clinic operations as needed.
Participate in quality improvement activities, staff meetings, required trainings, and program initiatives.
Maintain current knowledge of nutrition science, public health nutrition, breastfeeding support, and WIC regulations through continuing education and professional development.
Coordinate participant care with healthcare providers, community partners, and service agencies; initiate referrals and document follow-up activities.
Assist with orientation, training, and support of paraprofessional staff, volunteers, and dietetic interns as assigned.
Complete assigned duties within expected timeframes while maintaining accuracy, quality standards, regulatory compliance, and participant-centered service.
Contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment and foster positive working relationships.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
Fully paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and other offerings.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development through the Workforce Development Center.
Career advancement pathways, professional clinical advancement program, and shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, free student loan coaching, and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligibility.