Nutrition Technician Norman, OK
Bring your nutrition and dietetics skills to a supportive team environment with a consistent
day shift schedule and a
weekly pay schedule via direct deposit. This opportunity offers
W-2 comprehensive medical benefits, dedicated 24/7 support, and a clear scope of paraprofessional dietetic responsibilities in a clinical or public health setting.
Quick Facts
- Position Title: Certified WIC Nutrition Technician
- Location: Norman, OK
- Start Date: 09/07/2026
- End Date/Duration: Long-term contract
- Shift (type/length): Days Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
- Hours/week: 40 hours/week
Pay & Benefits
- Pay: $24.00/hour
- 11 Federal Holidays paid out at $0.96 additionally for every hours worked up to 40 hours weekly
- 10 vacation days per year that begins accruing at 90 days
- 11 sick days per year that begins accruing day 1
- Benefits: Competitive Pay Packages; Weekly Pay Schedule via Direct Deposit; Comprehensive Medical Benefits (W-2); Robust Referral Bonus Program; 24/7 Dedicated team committed to your success throughout your time with VHS; Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state, federal and local laws; Licensure/Certification/Travel and other reimbursements when applicable
What Youll Do
- Interview patients and obtain diet histories
- Review medical charts for dietetic and nutritional information
- Assist with nutritional assessments using standardized procedures (e.g., anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, dietary intake review)
- Support the nutrition therapist/dietitian in determining appropriate nutritional care plans
- Provide individual diet instructions for normal and modified diets as directed
- Conduct classes on general nutrition and consumer education
- Maintain records and prepare reports
What You Need
Required- High school diploma or equivalent WITH two years of supervised experience under a dietitian/nutrition therapist (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Associates degree in dietetic technology/closely related field OR two years of supervised experience under a dietitian/nutrition therapist (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Knowledge of basic nutrition principles, sanitation, and food-handling practices
- Ability to follow written and oral medical and dietetic instructions
Preferred- Experience in a hospital, school, public health department, institutional, or facility setting
- Ability to identify dietary deficiencies in menus and design special diets for review by a nutrition therapist
About the Assignment
You will support a nutrition and dietetic service unit by assisting with nutritional assessments, patient education, documentation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary clinical staff (e.g., doctors, nurses, and allied health personnel) to address dietary needs and concerns.
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