Nutrition Education Technician II - MAM & Diabetes Counseling

L.A. Care; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plans

Medical, Dental and Vision

Wellness Program

Job summary

L.A. Care Health Plan in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Health Education Dietetic Technician II (ALD) to support four Registered Dietitians in Medical Nutrition Therapy, Meals As Medicine, and Diabetes Self-Management Education services.

This role coordinates MNT program delivery, reviews records, and ensures proper documentation. This position requires an Associate's Degree in Nutrition, NDTR certification, at least 3 years of direct nutrition counseling experience, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• Must be able to utilize various computer documentation platforms.
• Must be able to work independently on projects while soliciting help as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot project issues promptly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work with project teams and meet client specs.
• Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills.
• Bilingual in one of LA Care’s threshold languages is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Complete Meals as Medicine applications by assessing suitability and coordinating with meal providers and members.
• Coordinate health education consultations and documentation for Medical Nutrition Therapy and Diabetes Self‑Care Management.
• Provide basic nutritional counseling to members and educate on nutrition topics using established curriculum.
• Assist with documentation and data entry for nutrition services.
• Identify additional medical and social needs and coordinate with disease management, case management and social workers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer documentation platforms

Independent work

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual (LA Care threshold languages

Education

Associate's Degree in Nutrition

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition (preferred)

Job description

L.A. Care Health Plan in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Health Education Dietetic Technician II (ALD) to support four Registered Dietitians in Medical Nutrition Therapy, Meals As Medicine, and Diabetes Self-Management Education services.

This role coordinates MNT program delivery, reviews records, and ensures proper documentation. This position requires an Associate's Degree in Nutrition, NDTR certification, at least 3 years of direct nutrition counseling experience, and strong communication and