The WIC Registered Dietitian provides nutrition assessment, education, and counseling to high-risk pregnant women, infants, and children. They also manage WIC program eligibility, food prescriptions, and coordinate care with other health providers.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a current Registered Dietitian license and a valid Montana State Driver's License. Experience in public health or maternal child health is preferred.
$26.40 to $35.72 hourly; depending on number of years of transferable experience and internal equity
*$3000 sign-On bonus*
Organizational overview
Serving the Yellowstone County community and south-central Montana for nearly 50 years, RiverStone Health is an essential provider of personal and public health services. Health, Education, Leadership and Protection – HELP is what we do. From medical, dental and behavioral healthcare; home care and hospice; public health services like immunizations, WIC, health promotion and restaurant inspections; and educating the next generation of health professionals, our expertise spans all ages and stages of life. Underlying principles of access, affordability, compassion and quality in all interactions, RiverStone Health improves life, health and safety for all of the communities we serve
Wic program overview
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) aims to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 by providing healthy foods, nutrition and breastfeeding education, and referrals to health and social services. This is a grant funded program which is subject to annual renewal.
Job summary
The WIC dietitian works within the guidelines of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) to provide nutrition assessment, education, planning, and consultation services. This position will work with high risk pregnant women, infants, and children under age of 5 years to meet the requirements of the WIC program and influence positive outcomes for families. Essential Functions/Major
Provide nutrition education, planning, and consultation services for patients/clients and groups.
Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling within individuals’ socioeconomic framework.
Develop and maintain trusting relationships with clients and RiverStone Health staff.
Evaluate laboratory tests in preparing nutrition recommendations.
Guide clients and patients of the importance of physical activity and the role it plays in the overall success of a clients total health and wellness.
Keep accurate and timely documentation records for clients.
Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life. Provide applicable resources with a confirmed understanding of the information.
Advise and/or provide case management to clients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, and food selection and preparation. Provide applicable resources with a confirmed understanding of the information.
Incorporate client cultural, ethnic, or religious preferences and needs in the development of nutrition plans.
Determine resource needs and eligibility requirements to make referrals to providers, programs, services and other community resources.
Serve as a client advocate or liaison to other agencies and community organizations.
Consult with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restriction of client.
Record and evaluate client and family health and food history, including symptoms, environmental toxic exposure, allergies, medication factors, and preventive health-care measures.
Attend meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions, and review publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices and new developments in nutrition.
Keep immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
B. Wic registered dietitian 45%
Determines WIC eligibility for program, provides education on WIC core topics, determines food prescriptions, and issues benefits with appropriate and timely documentation.
Refers participants to RiverStone Health and community resources as needed
Provides nutrition services to high risk WIC participants that includes assessment, education, and monitoring.
Coordinates with other health care providers as needed
Obtains weight, length, and hemoglobins as prescribed by program
Keeps updated on nutrition for pediatric populations through continuing education
Presents in-services on nutrition topics to WIC staff, community groups, and other RiverStone Health staff as needed
Assists in development and implementation of WIC outreach, nutrition education, and breastfeeding education plans.
Provides breastfeeding support to mothers and infants
Company cell phone will be provided for client communication purposes.
Non-Essential functions/Other duties as assigned ≥5%
Perform other duties as assigned in support of RiverStone Health’s mission and goals.
Education and experience
Minimum Qualifications
Current Registered Dietician license
Any combination of experience and training which provide the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with underserved population
One year of Public Health or Maternal Child Health experience.
Required certificates, licenses, registrations
Valid Montana State Driver’s License
Current unencumbered Licensed Nutritionist from the Montana State Board of Medical Examiners.
Emergency preparedness on the job training at a minimum of ICS 100, 200, and 700.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Computer literacy, in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to maintain a calm and positive demeanor during difficult client interactions.
Ability to display non-judgmental and empathetic listening skills.
High degree of detail-oriented skill level.
Knowledge and understanding of protected sensitive patient health information (HIPAA) and confidentiality.
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive work environment.
Ability to perform job duties with integrity and innovation to ensure completion and a high level of quality.
Ability to understand and adhere to required administrative policies and procedures.
Excellent communication skills to ensure efficiencies and quality customer service.
Customer service excellence
Doing things right the first time
Making people feel welcome
Showing respect for each customer
Anticipating customer needs and concerns
Keeping customers informed
Helping and going the extra mile
Responding quickly
Protecting privacy and confidentiality
Demonstrating proper telephone etiquette
Taking responsibility for handling complaints
Being professional
Taking ownership of your attitude toward Service Excellence.
Supervision
• None
Physical demands and working conditions
Work is mainly performed in a clinic setting or by phone.
Extended periods of sitting is required. Standing, bending and lifting will be required at times.
Extended periods of computer work
Create and maintain a safe/secure working environment by adhering to safety, security, and health requirements. Integrates injury, illness, and loss prevention into job activities by attending any necessary training and implementing best practices.
Freedom to act & decision making
Work is structured by public health regulations and established medical practices.
Decisions directly affect the quality of services provided to the public.
Communications & networking
Daily written and verbal communication with patients, clients, RiverStone Health staff and other community resources.
Work directly with other team members to provide quality customer service for patients and clients.
