NUTRITIONIST (PROVISIONAL) - 40005373

Durham County Government employs approximately 1,900 employees that work towards providing needed services throughout the community. With a wide array of services, Durham County Government is at the heart of a rapidly growing and diverse area offering residents, employees and visitors exciting opportunities to live, work, grow and play. For more information about Durham County Government, visit www.dconc.gov.

**THIS POSITION IS PARTIALLY GRANT-FUNDED. CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING. RENEWAL OF FUNDING IS ANTICIPATED, HOWEVER, NOT GUARANTEED**

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Provides medical nutrition therapy and nutrition services for pediatric patients and families referred by physicians, other medical providers, and agency clinical staff in clinic and home visit settings. Conducts in-depth consultation to members of patient care team. Reliable transportation a must.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Requires strong clinical nutrition skills.
• Good medical record documentation skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently and with a team.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in dietetics or foods and nutrition and one year of nutrition/dietitian experience or a master’s degree in nutrition or public health nutrition.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration and NC Dietitian/Nutritionist License.

Note: Must submit copy of Registered Dietitian card and LDN cards with application.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prefer candidates with master’s degree and bilingual skills in Spanish.

Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer