Health Educator (Dietitian) - Parenting Center

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Health Educator is a registered clinical dietician or licensed health care professional responsible for identifying, developing, and presenting appropriate training and education about health, nutrition, and wellness to meet the needs of the community.  Additionally, implementing and overseeing a family-centered childhood obesity program in partnership with our physicians to include patient assessment, nutrition and behavioral plans, physical activity counseling, and follow up.  Once employed, training provided to obtain and maintain certifications to be a Child Passenger Safety Technician, a Safe Sitter instructor, and a CPR instructor from American Heart Association. As a team member, may also serve as the primary point of contact for members and visitors, providing a welcoming environment and excellent customer service; organize, implement, and participate as STHS representative to promote services and serve as a resource at special events including Health Fairs, car seat inspection events, fundraisers, and expos; and administrative duties such as answering phones, taking payments, and entering general data. 

Services are provided primarily during weekdays with occasional evenings and weekends.

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, or Food and Nutrition.
• Registered Dietitian {RD} credentialed by Commission on Dietetic Registration
• State License {LDN} by Louisiana Board of Examiners in Dietetics and Nutrition.                          
• One year experience preferred.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES QUALIFICATIONS:

• Computer technology skills to be able to develop presentation that may include PowerPoint, Video, and/or hands on demonstrations.
• Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills to provide consistent customer/patient focus showing courtesy and respect
• Must be flexible and a team player willing to perform other duties needed that may not be in job description.
• Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays, average 1-2 per month.
• Must be able to coordinate activities and organize work in an efficient and timely manner. Must be able to evaluate and establish priorities. Must be able to establish goals and objectives.
• Must be capable of performing the day-to-day routine activities of the department. Moderate lifting required, depending on course assignment, and transporting required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:        

Constant (67%-100%) - NONE

Frequently (34%-66%) - talking, hearing, seeing
Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crawling, handling/feeling, crouching, reaching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.