Nutrition Assistant II

Job Posting TitleNutrition Assistant IIAgency340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHSupervisory Organization340 District 7Job 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-TimeFull timeJob TypeRegularCompensationThe annual salary for this position is up to $43,000.00, based on education and experience.Why you’ll love it hereRESPECT. 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 youOh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive for all eligible employees.Generous state paid to help cover insurance premiums.A wide choice of with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care. 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 serviceJob DescriptionLocation: Muskogee – 530 S. 34th St.Salary: up to $43,000.00, based on education and experience.Full Time /Part Time: Full TimeWork Schedule: Monday to FridayPrimary Hours: 8am to 5pmPosition Description: The Nutrition Assistant II is responsible for being involved in paraprofessional dietetic work in a nutrition and dietetic service unit in a facility, institution, school, hospital or public health department. This is the career level of this job family where employees are responsible for performing all functions involving paraprofessional dietetic work in a nutrition and dietetic service unit or in a public health department. In this role they will conduct and assist in conducting nutritional assessments of individuals, including anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests using standardized procedures, clinical or physical examination, dietary intake and economic, social and environmental factors. Employees will also provide nutritional education to individual patients, and discuss dietary problems of patients with doctors, nurses and other allied health personnel.Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:Interviews patients and take diet histories.Reviews patient medical charts for dietetic and nutritional information.Assists nutrition therapists in determining appropriate nutritional care of patients.Gives individual diet instructions to patients with normal and modified diets, as directed by a nutrition therapist.Conducts classes on general nutrition and consumer education.Participates in public information and educational activities regarding nutrition.Maintains records and prepares reportsBeing present in the office is an essential function of this jobOther duties as assignedOther DutiesDemonstrates 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.Minimum Qualifications:Requirements consist of an associate’s degree in dietetic technology or a closely related field; or two years of experience working under the technical supervision of a dietitian/nutrition therapist in a facility, institution, school, hospital or public health setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Special RequirementsSome positions may require successful completion of the six-month United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service Nutrition Assistant Training under the supervision of a registered dietitian within the probationary period, OR successful completion of the Oklahoma State Department of Health – Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Service, Certified WIC Nutrition Technician (CWNT) training within the probationary period. Application Requirements:If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.Valued Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of patient food service delivery in a hospital, school, public health department, institutional or facility setting; of basic principles of nutrition, sanitation and food-handling practices; and of the basic principles of dietetics. Ability is required to identify dietary deficiencies in menus; design special diets for review by a nutrition therapist; and follow written and oral medical and dietetic instructions.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; drive an automobile. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasionally, in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. Being present at the office is an essential function of the jobEqual Opportunity EmploymentThe 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 .If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: