Job Posting Title

Nutrition Therapist I, II, or III

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 District 3

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

The salary for this position is up to $67,437.00 based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location: Stillwater - 1321 W 7th Avenue

Salary:

Level I up to $56,088.00, based on education and experience

Level II up to $61,307.00, based on education and experience

Level III up to $67,437.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Primary Hours: 8-5

 

Position Summary

Positions in this job family provide nutrition and dietary expertise along with nutrition assessment, education and counseling to individuals and groups at the local level. These positions are also responsible for the development, submission, and implementation of plans to provide nutrition education and services to clients within their service area.

Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions

The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following:   

• Provides direct and indirect nutrition education services  
• Evaluates and assesses the nutritional status and needs of patients/clients and develops individual care plans (ICP)  
• Provides and/or oversees nutrition/dietary prescriptions and coordinates with health care providers as appropriate  
• Refers patients/clients to other health-related and social services, as necessary  
• Documents ICP, referrals, and follow-up to referrals appropriately  
• Provides nutrition in-service trainings to staff
• Develops nutrition plans when required by state and/or federal program requirements
• Provides community awareness and/or outreach in regard to public health and nutrition
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education and Experience

Level I

Holds a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in the field of nutrition from an accredited college or university.

Level II

Consists of registration as a dietitian or dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, and licensure or provisional licensure with the Oklahoma State board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.

Level III

Consists of registration as a dietitian or dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, and licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision plus two years of experience as a registered dietitian. A master’s degree in public health with a major in nutrition or a master’s degree with an emphasis on nutrition may substitute for one year of experience.

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of current nutritional sciences; skills to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; the ability to prepare and present nutrition education information in individual/group settings, to keep necessary records according to agency policy and procedures, and to promote a supportive work environment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone.

Travel Requirements

Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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