HIV Wellness Nutritionist (Term), Grade 21

Please note :
The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $72,567 to $93,965 , based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

This position is a one-year term position; scheduled to end on July 1, 2027. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon renewal of term.

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for delivery of the County’s public health and human services that meets the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a department, we believe the health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential.

HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

Public Health Services is currently seeking an innovative Nutritionist to join our clinical team at the forefront of HIV wellness. The ideal candidate is an expert in Medical Nutrition Therapy who is eager to manage the evolving needs of people living with HIV—from supporting immune recovery to addressing long-term metabolic health. If you are ready to use your clinical skills to make a life-changing difference in a supportive and high-impact environment, we invite you to apply.

Nutritionists in HIV clinics within health departments play a critical role in managing the health of people living with HIV (PLWH) through Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and public health advocacy. Their responsibilities generally bridge clinical care and community resource management.

Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Management and implementation of Medical Nutrition Therapy services to Ryan White eligible persons living with HIV
• Conduct Nutritional Assessments:
  Evaluate patients' nutritional status, including body mass index (BMI), body compartment estimates, and biochemical data such as lipid profiles and blood glucose levels.
• Develop Individualized Care Plans:
  Create tailored nutrition plans to manage weight loss, wasting, and co-morbidities like diabetes, heart disease, or hypertension.
• Provide Side-Effect Management:
  Educate patients on managing side effects of ARV’s, including gastrointestinal issues, lipodystrophy, and drug-nutrient interactions.
• Food Safety
  
  Education:
  
  Teach severely immunocompromised patients about preventing foodborne illnesses through proper food handling.

• Coordinate Food Assistance:
  Refer eligible Ryan White patients to community food resources, food pantries, or other programs.
• Facilitate Group
  
  Education:
  
  Design and lead workshops focused on healthy eating on a budget and general wellness.
• Oversee Specialized Food Programs:
  Manage "food prescription" programs or supplemental voucher systems for high-risk participants.
• Oversight and management of Ryan White funded grocery gift cards

• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Teams:
  Work alongside physicians, case managers, and nurses.
• Document and Monitor Progress:
  Maintain detailed medical records of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Stay Current on Research:
  Continuously update clinical practices based on the latest HIV and nutritional science research.

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