Healthcare Nutritionist/Dietician

Milwaukee Health Services is looking for a nutritionist to provide individual nutrition counseling sessions for nutrition related problems assessed at each visit.  Conduct nutrition education sessions for individuals or groups as needed per state guidelines.  As necessary, our nutritionist will refer clients to other nutrition and social service programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform complete nutrition assessment of WIC participants Provide high-risk and routine nutrition counseling  Conduct Nutrition education classes Participate in clinic activities that promote nutrition and/or breastfeeding (i.e. National Nutrition Month, World Breastfeeding Week, National Dairy Month) Refer clients to other nutrition and social programs as necessary Appropriately chart nutritional assessments, goals, and follow-up plans Develop necessary pamphlets, handouts, and literature on various nutrition and health topics as needed Attend continuing education seminar/conferences Completely perform support staff duties at times of high client volume or low-staff coverage, to meet client needs Assist with performing PNCC assessments, care plans, and follow up procedures


Education, Training, and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited university.  R.D. or registry eligible preferred.  A minimum of one year experience in a clinic, hospital setting or WIC clinic is preferred.

Skills:
We want our professional to have excellent interpersonal skills Work well with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural staff and groups Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills Respond positively to changing work schedule Work with minimal supervision Previous skills with children a plus