Registered Dietitian- Pena Southwest Family Health Center

We are recruiting for a motivated Registered Dietitian- Pena Southwest Family Health Center to join our team!We are here for life's journey.Where is your life journey taking you?Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all:Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.DepartmentACS-CHS Grants FundedJob SummaryThe WIC Registered Dietitian, under general supervision from the WIC Clinic Supervisor and WIC Program Manager, performs professional public health nutrition activities by delivering direct participant care and participating in program planning and evaluation as assigned. Performs nutrition assessments, provides nutrition education and counseling, and supports participants in setting health-related goals. Promotes and supports breastfeeding. Assists in the training and evaluation of paraprofessional staff as needed.Essential Functions:Interviews participants and makes thorough nutrition assessments by interpreting anthropometrics and laboratory data, health histories, medical diagnoses, physician's orders, eating habits and nutrition practices, diet assessments, and other related factors.(25%)Counsels participants and families on nutritional needs with consideration of income, cultural and religious food patterns, home facilities, educational level, and other psychosocial factors. Counsels all high-risk participants at least once during a certification period and within the required time frame. (25%)Provides information on the benefits of breastfeeding, aids in breastfeeding promotion in the clinic, offers praise for breastfeeding, provides counseling on common and complex breastfeeding problems, and refers staff to external lactation consultants and medical professionals as necessary. (10%)Assists with phone coverage, front desk coverage, and WIC appointment coverage as needed and/or when requested by the WIC Program Manager. (10%)Helps orient, train, and evaluate WIC paraprofessionals, volunteers, and clerical staff as assigned. Precepts dietetic interns. Conducts and/or assists with in service education for staff and professional groups and acts as a WIC nutrition expert for the program and organization. (10%)Consults with health care providers on participants' nutritional needs, formula requiring prescription, and health concerns; makes appropriate referrals and follow up. Authorizes the use of exempt infant formulas, WIC-eligible medical foods, and tailors WIC food packages. (10%)Develops, implements, evaluates, and follows up on participant documentation and care plans. (5%)Participates in continuing education activities; attends meetings, conferences, and workshops; keeps abreast of current nutrition research as it relates to the WIC Program and participants. (5%)Education:Bachelor's Degree Food Science and Human Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field RequiredMaster's Degree Food Science and Human Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field. PreferredWork Experience:less than 1 year Experience in ambulatory care, public health, or clinical setting. RequiredLicenses:DIETICIAN-Registered Dietitian Certification - CDR - Commission on Dietetic Registration RequiredCLC-Certified Lactation Counselor - ALPP - Academy of Lactation Policy and PracticeKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of human nutrition in health and disease and its application to public health practices.Knowledge of nutrition needs for infants and children and women during the prenatal, postpartum, andbreastfeeding stages.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.Ability to navigate and successfully utilize Microsoft Office applications.ShiftDays (United States of America)Work TypeRegularSalary$58,300.00 - $87,500.00 / yrBenefitsOutstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plansFree RTD EcoPass (public transportation)On-site employee fitness center and wellness classesChildcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and moreTuition reimbursement & assistanceEducation & development opportunities including career pathways and coachingProfessional clinical advancement program & shared governancePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF programNational Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employerOur ValuesRespectBelongingAccountabilityTransparencyAll job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.