WIC Registered Dietitian

MultiCare Health System
paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, Washington, Tacoma
603 South J Street (Show on map)
Jan 13, 2026
You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. FTE: .8_, Shift: Day_, Schedule: M-TH * Applicants must be local, this is not a remote position Position Summary The WIC Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing medical nutrition therapy, providing nutrition assessment and counseling to clients, both in person and remotely, who meet the WIC High Risk criteria, and contributes to the development, implementation, and the evaluation of the nutrition education component for the WIC Program. This is a professional level position working under the direction of the WIC Program Supervisor. Work situations are varied and require dietetic expertise especially as it relates to women, infant and children, interpretation of information from a variety of sources, decision making within the scope of the position's responsibility, and a service-oriented individual. This position requires discretion and good judgment in decision making. Internal contacts include WIC staff and management. External contacts include patients, families, physicians, and outside organizations and agencies. Essential Functions Knowledge of early child development and development of eating techniques Knowledge of and skill in nutritional assessment especially as related to nutritionally high risk participants Knowledge of and skill in breastfeeding promotion and support Skill in nutrition counseling Ability to weigh and measure infants, children and women Ability to perform capillary punctures to obtain hemoglobin results Ability to complete scheduled appointments in allowed time Skill in effective teaching techniques and mentoring other staff and interns Ability to serve a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds Ability to work independently, take initiative, and willingly accept responsibility Requirements Bachelor's Degree in dietetics, nutrition, or foods and nutrition, Master's preferred Registered Dietitian by the American Dietetic Association and certified as an RD in the state of Washington Have literacy and language skills appropriate to address the needs of diverse participants Why MultiCare? Rooted in the local community - Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years Growth and education - Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future Well-being and support - Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life Living our values - Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other Belonging for all - Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued Pacific Northwest lifestyle - Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life Pay and Benefit Expectations** We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $34.46 - $49.60 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here.