Nutritionist Assistant

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Broad Top Area Medical Center, operating 12 medical offices in Huntingdon County, PA, is seeking a full-time or part-time Nutritionist Assistant for the WIC clinic in Everett, PA. The successful candidate will perform the following duties associated with the WIC Program:

• Assists the nutritionist with various duties including answering phone, scheduling, filing, documentation follow-up, anthropometrics, bloodwork screenings and maintaining supplies.
• Follows the WIC certification procedure and assures compliance with the rules and regulations for certification.
• Assures local agency compliance with separation of duties, verifying and documenting identity, income, address, and motor voter information.
• Refers clients with other social services and health needs to the appropriate community organization.
• Responsible for nutrition counsel and support as outlined in State Agency and Local Agency policy and procedure, trainings and in-services, support materials, and allied health trainings (not limited to smoking cessation, substance abuse, anthropometrics, dental assessment)
• Responsible for breastfeeding promotion and support as outlined in State Agency policy and procedure,  “Breastfeeding Handbook- A guide for WIC Staff”, trainings and in-services, support materials (videos and pamphlets), Local Agency “Breast Pump Policy”, all policy attachments, and training and education as required by individual employees’ credentials.
• Participates in staff meetings and continuing education programs as required or suggested by State and Local WIC Agencies.
• Assists in the entering of data, including documentation of all contacts, into the computer system.
• Assists with the overall set-up, operation and clean-up of the clinic.
• Maintains clean, professional appearance and attitude; name tags are required.
• Performs other duties requested by the Director and /or Nutrition Education, Outreach and Breastfeeding Coordinators.
• Attends regular State Agency and Local Agency paraprofessional trainings and in-services on infant nutrition, formula, breastfeeding support, promotion and management, counseling skills, nutrition material, and software applications.

Requirements of the Candidate:

1. A minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
2. At least one year of responsible experience in the WIC program or related work.
3. Knowledgeable of the supplemental food package, benefit issuance procedure and Formula Authorization Forms.

This position offers a competitive salary and a full-time emplyee benefits plan including health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, paid time-off, and retirement plan.

This is a great full-time job opportunity working with a community-based and patient-directed organization that provides comprehensive primary health care and preventative care services. Apply today!

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program is a special supplemental nutrition program, federally funded by the United States Department of Agriculture. The program is designed for infants, children under age 5, and women who are pregnant, postpartum or breastfeeding. WIC provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, health care referrals and nutritious foods at no cost.

Broad Top Area Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.