Position Summary:

Community Nutritionists provide medical nutrition therapy to outpatients, prepare and present nutrition programs and provide community outreach at health fairs and other events.

 

Primary Position Responsibilities:

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Documentation of Care

Education Classes

Community Outreach

Billing

Development of Nutrition Education Materials

Maintains Patient Safety

 

Qualifications:

Minimum Education -

Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Food/Nutrition or related field

Preferred: Master’s Degree in Food/Nutrition or related field

Minimum Years of Experience –

Required:  2-3 years of clinical, community or outpatient services

Preferred: 3 or more years of clinical, community or outpatient services

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

Registered Dietitian

Preferred: Certified Diabetes Educator- After meeting 1000 hours of direct diabetes education, must sit for the CDE exam by the NCBDE within 8 months of completing the required time and hours.

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities -

Required: Basic Computer Skills

Excellent communication skills and customer service orientation

Preferred: Computer: Excel, Powerpoint

Experience with group presentation/public speaking

Knowledge of diabetes self management training.

GI Experience is preferred.