Public Health Dietitian & Community Nutrition Educator

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians; Manistique (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dietitian, under the direction of the Nurse Supervisor, provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and counseling to individuals and groups in tribal communities, following the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Standards of Practice. You will collaborate with the health care team to plan education programs, review menus, and assist with grant activities while supporting program operations.

A Bachelor's in Dietetics and CRD registration are required; Master’s preferred, with a valid driver’s license

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics is required.
• Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Certified Registered Dietitian and maintained Dietetic registration with continuing education.
• Valid driver’s license and Tribal insurance eligibility; background check required.
• Confidentiality and professional conduct required; Native American preference.

Responsibilities

• Plans therapeutic diets based on medical and physical conditions of patients.
• Instructs patients and families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and food selection.
• Consults with health care team concerning nutritional care of patients.
• Plans and participates in group or community education and screening activities.
• Writes educational articles for the Tribal paper and program website.
• Reviews menus provided by other Tribal entities and makes recommendations.
• Participates in development of program proposals for grant funding.
• Assists with grant requirements related to nutrition.
• Assists with office and building appearance and function.
• Serves as preceptor for dietetic students and interns.
• Provides services at War Memorial Hospital dialysis unit as assigned.

Skills

Dietitian

Public health

Counseling

MNT

Driver's license

CRD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

EHR software

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database software

Job description

The Dietitian, under the direction of the Nurse Supervisor, provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and counseling to individuals and groups in tribal communities, following the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Standards of Practice. You will collaborate with the health care team to plan education programs, review menus, and assist with grant activities while supporting program operations.

A Bachelor's in Dietetics and CRD registration are required; Master’s preferred, with a valid driver’s license