Assistant WIC Nutritionist (Las Vegas)

Sunrise Childrens Foundation; Winchester (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

PTO with Accrual

COVID Paid Sick Leave

Holidays

EAP

Job summary

Sunrise Childrens Foundation in Nevada is seeking a WIC Nutritionist Assistant to support clinic operations under the supervision of the WIC Clinic Supervisor. The role includes nutrition assessments, education, breastfeeding support, and coordinating benefits and orders, with travel to other WIC sites as needed.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition, HIPAA compliance, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Food & Nutrition.
• Six months of general clerical work experience is essential.
• Six months of customer service in a business is mandatory.
• One year of general clerical or clinical environment experience is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Clinic Nutritionist/Supervisor with high-risk WIC clients.
• Teach nutrition classes and prepare educational materials.
• Place Breastfeeding orders and maintain inventory.
• Place Clinic and State monthly orders and perform chart audits.
• Assist with certifications and benefits as time permits; travel to WIC sites as needed.
• Adhere to HIPAA rules and maintain a confidential environment.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Attention to detail

Typing

English language

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

ABSTRACT OF THE POSITION:Under the supervision of the WIC Clinic Supervisor, performs the functions of a WIC Nutritionist Assistant in accordance with established guidelines. Demonstrates knowledge of Federal and State regulations. In coordination with the Clinic Supervisor, performs all aspects of client nutrition education, including but not limited to high-risk care plans, group classes, assessment of prescriptions for special formulas or foods; maintains a professional and effective working relationship with WIC personnel at the State and local levels. Responsible to perform program functions that determine nutritional and medical risk factors by using anthropometric measurements, hematological testing, conducting nutrition interviews, and evaluating medical data forms; provides general nutrition education based on risk codes; refers clients to appropriate community social services agencies and accurately documents all services provided on proper state forms and/or databases. Candidate must hold a Bachelor of Science or Arts degree in areas such as Food & Nutrition, Nutrition, Nutrition Sciences, or Dietetics.RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES (including but not limited to):Nutritionist AssistantWorks with Clinic Nutritionist/Supervisor to assist with WIC high-risk clients.Helps clients with nutrition-related issues as they arise.Teaches nutrition classes including preparing educational materials for clients.Places Breastfeeding orders and maintain proper inventory.Places Clinic and State monthly orders.Monitors and assesses the quality and appropriateness of nutritional services by conducting monthly chart audits.Conducts monthly Breastfeeding error log.Conducts monthly electric pump audits.Refers to the Nutritionist Supervisor, State WIC Staff, or outside resources as deemed necessary.Assists Program Manager, Clinic Supervisors, and Clinic Coordinators in staff education.Assists with certifications and benefits as time permits.Responsible for attending state and agency training as required.Stays up to date and current on policies and procedures set by state and/or agency.Travels to other WIC sites as needed.CertifierPerforms eligibility, certification, and nutrition education functions.Responsible for issuing accurate benefits.Provides basic nutrition counseling to low-risk WIC Clients.Refers clients to medical care and social services agencies as appropriate.Responsible for following HIPPA rules and regulations.Responsible for calling clients to reschedule appointments and returning calls within 24 hours.Responsible for maintaining a healthy and nutrition-oriented clinic environment.Travels to other WIC sites as needed.Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the management team.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:Must be able to sit at a table or desk for long periods of time with occasional standing, walking, squatting, or reaching.Must be able to work for long periods of time while maintaining concentrated attention to detail.Must have the manual dexterity to use office equipment including but not limited to a copier, computer keyboard, or phone keypad.Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 50 pounds with or without material handling equipment.Must have the ability to hear and speak face to face, over the telephone, or in virtual meetings.Must be able to travel by car, bus, airplane, or train from site to site as needed.Education & Work ExperienceMust hold a Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Food & Nutrition.Must have passed the WIC Certified Professional Authority exam in accordance with the State of Nevada WIC Policy GP 9 or pass WIC Certified Professional Authority exam in accordance with the State of Nevada WIC Policy GP 9 within 6 months of hire date.Must complete the Nevada WIC Breastfeeding Basics course within 6 months of hire date.Six (6) months of general clerical work experience is essential.Six (6) months of customer service in a business is mandatory.Skills & AbilitiesMust be organized, display strong time management abilities, and have attention to detail to effectively meet clinic needs.Must maintain a positive, open, and objective attitude towards others.Must be able to accurately type.Must have a good working knowledge of English, grammar, punctuation, etc.Must have the ability to operate standard office machines such as computers, tablets, printers, copiers, etc.Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) programs and other software programs as neededMust have the ability to answer telephones and greet the public in a friendly and courteous manner.Must be flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and/or work tasks.Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and work independently with limited direction from supervisors.Required to properly utilize knowledge of policies and procedures mandated by the WIC State Program.Must have the ability to interact with tact and discretion with supervisors, officials, employees, and clients.Ability to speak in a clear and understandable manner and write legibly using the English language is a requirement.Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of incoming paperwork is a requirement.Must submit negative TB results (One-Step Skin Test or Chest X-Ray) prior to hire date and throughout duration of employment.Must pass pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.PreferredPrevious WIC experience is preferred.Bilingual (English-Spanish) speaking and writing skills helpful.One (1) year experience in a business or clinical environment is preferable.Six (6) months experience with a multi-line phone system is very helpful.One (1) year of general clerical experience (filing, faxing, copying, etc.) is encouraged.BenefitsMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceSupplementary BenefitsEmployer Paid Life InsuranceEmployer Paid Short-term and Long-term DisabilityPTO with Accrual Starting at Hire401(k) with a matchCOVID Paid Sick Leave10 Paid HolidaysHardship Assistance FundEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellness Programs