Nutritionist Iv/Wic/Hq Negotiable And Telecommuting Hybrid Remote

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Under limited supervision, is responsible for providing therapeutic nutrition services for clients with high risk and/or complex nutrition-related medical conditions. Develops nutrition care plans for high-risk patient referrals and approve special and metabolic formulas. Participates in quality assurance processes for nutrition services.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation
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Agency Additional Requirements
: Registered dietitian (RD or RDN) with a master’s degree in nutrition, foods and nutrition, community nutrition, dietetic, public health or related field and two (2) years of experience in clinical dietetics or as a nutritionist in a public health organization providing clinical services or a Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN) with a bachelor’s degree in nutrition, foods and nutrition, community nutrition, dietetic or related field and five (5) years of experience in in clinical dietetics or as a nutritionist in a public health organization providing clinical service.

The position requires broad knowledge of theoretical principles and practices of normal and clinical nutrition. Advanced level of knowledge and skill in nutrition assessment, nutrition care planning, case management and care coordination, management of nutrition services required for problem diagnosis, counseling, and evaluation of clients from diverse backgrounds and in developing care plans for clients with multiple and complex health and therapeutic nutrition needs. Has the ability to work effectively with people from a variety of socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, and educational backgrounds. Advanced, in-depth expertise in a specialty area be required for some positions. Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the health care team, other health care providers and public. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.

Immunization: All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Pertussis, Varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

Public Health staff with job-specific risk of COVID-19 exposure who choose not to receive the COVID-19 vaccine or provide documentation of prior vaccination, or who are unable to be vaccinated due to medical contraindications or religious exemption, will be required to receive routine periodic COVID-19 testing by DHEC on a weekly basis. Vaccinated employees will not be required to receive periodic testing but elect to be tested to monitor their health status.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State’s Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DHEC employees be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

College Transcripts: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Driving Record: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

Applicants needing an accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief submit a request for an accommodation. A reasonable accommodation be granted if it doesn’t impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

SC DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.