Registered Dietitian​/Nutritionist - WIC; and Eligible

Position: Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - WIC; $15,000 Relocation and Retention Bonus Eligible
## Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - WIC; $15,000 Relocation and Retention Bonus Eligible Apply:
Bethel:
Full time:
Posted 2 Days Ago:
JR100064

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!
The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.
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* Position Summary:

** Responsible for the provision of nutritional care, case management and care coordination with medical providers for the nutritionally high risk clients and all eligible participants served by the WIC Program. Dietitians will additionally be responsible for completing Enteral Nutrition Prescription Request (ENPR) forms. Travels to surrounding villages to provide care and WIC certification.  Works as a team member with other CPAs and WIC staff to provide timely and accurate certification.  

Participates in continuous process of program improvement.  Provides outreach in the form of community classes, presentations, and events.  Mentors and trains other staff.
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Qualifications:

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* Minimum Education:

Minimum education requirements required by the State of Alaska to maintain Dietitian Licensure or Nutritionist Licensure.

Minimum Experience:

New graduates accepted. Prefer experience providing nutrition & breastfeeding education, counseling and promotion to pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum, children, and infant participants.

License, Certification, Registration:
Maintain State of Alaska Dietitian Licensure or Nutritionist Licensure. Maintain BLS certification.

Equipment/Tools/Word-Aids:
Computer, Hemocue machine, weighing scales, height board, electric breast pumps, xerox and telephones.

Specialized Knowledge and

Skills:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health nutrition and health promotion.  Prenatal, Breastfeeding, Post Partum, Child, and Infant nutritional issues, including Specialized Infant Formulas. Computer skills and familiar with common software applications.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Serve as a mentor/ resource person to CPAs. Act as WIC Coordinator prn.
** Benefits Include:
*** Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
* Eleven paid holidays
* Comprehensive healthcare coverage
* Life and Disability Insurance
* Flexible Spending Account
* Retirement plans
* Employee Wellness Center
* Plus More!

Compensation Pay Range Minimum:44

Employment Type:

Regular Time Type:

Full time Hours Per Week:40

FLSA Exempt:

Yes Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment