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WIC/Clinical Dietitian

Konza Prairie Community Health Center · Junction City, KS, United States

Food Tech / NutritionistExternal listingfull-time19 days ago

About The Role

Are you passionate about nutrition, preventive care, and making a difference in your community? Join Konza Prairie Community Health Center as a WIC / Clinical Dietitian and help improve the health of individuals and families through evidence-based nutrition care.

This position is a unique blend of 70% WIC services and 30% clinical nutrition , providing the opportunity to support patients across the lifespan through nutrition education, chronic disease management, breastfeeding support, and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT).

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of PTO annually
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Monday–Friday schedule
  • Supportive interdisciplinary care team
  • Make a meaningful impact in your community every day

What You'll Do

  • Provide individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) using evidence-based practices
  • Assess nutritional status and develop personalized nutrition care plans
  • Educate patients on nutrition and lifestyle changes to manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and high cholesterol
  • Conduct WIC nutrition assessments, determine nutrition risk, and provide required nutrition education
  • Provide high-risk WIC counseling and follow-up
  • Promote and support breastfeeding through education and counseling
  • Issue WIC food benefits according to program guidelines
  • Screen for food insecurity and connect patients with community resources
  • Collaborate with providers and the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate patient care
  • Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record
  • Develop and present nutrition education classes and community outreach programs

Requirements

  • Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (or eligible)
  • Kansas Dietitian license (or eligible)
  • Valid driver's license

Preferred

  • One to two years of experience as a Registered Dietitian
  • Experience with WIC or community nutrition programs
  • Primary care or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) experience
  • Experience using electronic medical records (EMR)
  • CPR certification for Healthcare Providers
  • Bilingual (Spanish)

Why Konza Prairie Community Health Center?

At Konza, we're committed to improving the health of our communities by providing compassionate, high-quality care regardless of a patient's ability to pay. As a member of our team, you'll work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals who are passionate about improving lives through education, prevention, and whole-person care.

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you!

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