WIC Nutritionist

Job Description

Job Description

About Piedmont Health Services

Piedmont Health Services, Inc. (PHS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in North Carolina. Dedicated to delivering top-tier, accessible, and inclusive primary healthcare, PHS has proudly served for 55 years and remains the largest community health center in central NC. Operating 11 Community Health Centers, two PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) SeniorCare facilities, and 2 Mobile Health Units, PHS extends its services to residents across five counties, including Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Orange, and Lee.

What's an FQHC?

Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) are community-based healthcare providers that receive funds from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Center Program to provide primary care services in under-served areas.

Job Title - WIC Nutritionist

Department - WIC

Reports to - Lead Nutritionist

Benefits -

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance (Short & Long Term Disability)
• 403(b) Plan
• Paid Holidays
• CME (Continuing Medical Education)

About Position: Performs a variety of responsible tasks involving counseling of individuals and families in nutrition principals, diet, food selection, and economics. Primarily focuses on WIC clients. Determine WIC Program eligibility based on the income as well as medical and nutrition risk identified. Determines risk codes, based on assessment and information presented. Determines continuing eligibility for month issuance of food instruments. Provides client education regarding card issuance and usage and the certification process. Makes client referrals for a variety of services, internally and externally. May also coordinate clinic flow and take anthropometric measurements per WIC guidelines.

• Work Location: Carrboro CHC - 301 Lloyd Street, Carrboro, NC 27510
• Schedule: Monday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Tuesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:30 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
• Travel: N/A

Duties/ Responsibilities -

• Determine WIC Program eligibility based on the medical and nutrition risk identified.
• Determines risk codes, based on assessment and information presented.
• Provides individualized counseling in nutrition and breastfeeding based on needs and resources identified above.
• Consults with medical providers, social work and other healthcare providers as needed to provide optimal care.
• Effectively presents education topic with appropriate handouts.
• Determines correct follow-up visit based on risk code.
• Documents nutrition education contacts.
• Prescribes or reviews food package to determine adequacy.
• Evaluates all prescriptions for special and therapeutic formula.
• Conducts counseling in culturally appropriate way to meet the needs of the patients.
• Screens immunization records of clients and makes referral as appropriate.
• Proper documentation, based on contact, on all forms and in computer.
• Based on professional discretion determines follow schedule for patient.
• Contacts other health professionals or agencies if needed to provide optimal care for the patient.
• Works with other health center staff or outside medical professionals to provide care for patients.
• Defers to lead nutritionist or RD for additional guidance with patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to work with diverse patient populations served.

Qualifications -

Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition or Dietetics.

Preferred: One year of public health experience or similar; Spanish speaking preferred but not required.

Current/valid License: N/A

Immunizations: Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up-to-date prior to beginning employment.

Pay Range - $20.48 - $27.52 ( commensurate with years of experience)

EEO Statement

Piedmont Health Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.