Public Health WIC Dietetic Technician

Summit County Public Health; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OPERS retirement

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Summit County Public Health in Akron, OH is seeking a Registered Dietetic Technician to support the WIC program. You will work under a licensed Dietitian, deliver nutrition education, assist with client support, and help with community referrals.

Responsibilities include intake, eligibility screening, breastfeeding support, and creating nutrition education materials. The role emphasizes outreach, multilingual support, and adherence to WIC policies.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a dietetic technician program accredited by the ACEND of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Registered as a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Valid Ohio driver's license, automobile availability, and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform intake, schedule appointments, and greet clients to ensure an efficient clinic flow.
• Explain the WIC Program, rights, and responsibilities to participants during certification and recertification appointments.
• Determine eligibility of clients through health and nutrition screening, including performing height, weight, and hemoglobin measurements.
• Identify and document nutrition risks in low-risk clients and provide appropriate nutrition education.
• Refer high-risk clients to the Registered Dietitian (RD) for assessment and food package assignment.
• Provide breastfeeding assessments, education, and support; promote breastfeeding as the norm for infant feeding.
• Assign food packages based on client needs or refer clients to an RD for approval.
• Refer clients to health care providers, community resources, and support service programs as appropriate.
• Prepare client charts, review prenatal packets, and assist non-English-speaking participants using tele-interpreter services.
• Design and distribute nutrition and wellness education materials for use in clinics and community programs.
• Maintain cleanliness of the WIC clinic, waiting areas, and laboratories, ensuring compliance with agency policies.
• Participate in staff, program, and community meetings as assigned.

Education

Associate's degree in nutrition/dietetics

ACEND-accredited Dietetics Technician program

Registered Dietetic Technician (DTR) certification

Job description

Summit County Public Health in Akron, OH is seeking a Registered Dietetic Technician to support the WIC program. You will work under a licensed Dietitian, deliver nutrition education, assist with client support, and help with community referrals.

Responsibilities include intake, eligibility screening, breastfeeding support, and creating nutrition education materials. The role emphasizes outreach, multilingual support, and adherence to WIC policies.