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UTHealth Houston’s School of Dentistry is hiring for a Nutritionist to join their team of professionals on a casual (as-needed basis). The Nutritionist will be responsible for conducting comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients with hypertension, obesity, and diabetes. Also develops and implements individual’s nutrition plans, educates patients, and provides one-on-one counseling. This individual will assist the Director of Health Promotion in the overall productivity of the clinic regarding the monthly caseload, patient care services, and ongoing student and faculty training. Experience in managing chronic conditions preferred.

This position is funded by grants that comprise 50% or more of the funding. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funding for this position. Your employment may end upon the cancellation or discontinuation of the project, program, or funding.

Location: 7500 Cambridge, Houston, Texas 77030

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:  

100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees   Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)  The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!  Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)  Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! 

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... 

Free financial and legal counseling  Free mental health counseling services  Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs  Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.  Resources for child and elder care  Plus many more! 

Position Summary:

Provides nutrition information and services to promote and maintain proper nutritional practices, health protection and care.

Position Key Accountabilities:

1.  Certifies potential applicants for program eligibility based upon assessment of anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary information following federal and state regulations, policies and procedures.
2.  Counsels program participants on individual nutritional needs based on certifications criteria and determines follow up continuity of care.
3.  Teaches nutrition education classes following the class module and schedule as described in the Annual Nutrition Education Plan. 
4.  Oversees sample formula distribution to program participants, orders sample formula, and inventory reconciliation and breast pump inventory.
5.  Creates and assembles educational bulletin boards in the clinic area. 
6.  Assists Clinic Manager in the overall productivity of the clinic regarding the monthly caseload, customer services issues, and ongoing staff training.
7.  Participates in nutrition seminars, workshops, etc., to ensure continuing education in various areas of nutrition science.
8.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

None

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or related field.

Minimum Experience:

None

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.