Olaide Asare-Frimpong
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic Dietetic Technician with a proven track record at Harris Health System, adept in data analysis and effective verbal communication. Excelled in coordinating client meal plans and enhancing patient nutrition, achieving a daily minimum of 10 patient checks. Skilled in Microsoft Office and nutrition E-charting systems, I bring a people-focused approach and a passion for food safety management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dietetic Technician
Harris Health System
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinating client meal plans.
- Managed appointment bookings, ensuring daily minimum of 10 patient checks.
- Analyzed clients' records to uncover potential issues.
- Educate and monitor patients following nutritional guidelines.
- Supported dietitians in delivering nutritional therapy to clients in health clinics.
- Conducted research on new trends in the field of nutrition science.
- Guided individuals and families in food selection, preparation and menu planning based upon nutritional needs and established guidelines.
- Performed nutritional screenings of patients to identify potential problems.
Career Break
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Exploring next stages in career following internship while studying for licensing exam
- Dietetic technician licensing exam
- Passed
- July 2023
- Staying current through online courses, training, and development on the journey of training in human resource management
- Cultivating professional relationships and keeping connections with healthcare trends through interviews and Linkedin
Nutritionist
WCCHD WIC
Round Rock, USA
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Round Rock, Texas
- Counselled 10 diversely cultural families daily based on nutrition needs and offered appropriate referrals to meet any additional needs outside of the WIC program
- Coordinated nutrition education classes offered in the clinic and participated in multiple outreach events in the community outreaches
- Performed program eligibility assessment based upon anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary information following federal and state regulations, policies and procedures
- Planned, developed, and obtained approval for and implementation of the Annual Nutrition Education Plan
- Consulted with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of Clients
- Developed and reviewed education materials and reports to staff members and participants
- Consulted with physicians and public health professionals regarding WIC program service
- Provided culturally relevant nutrition materials in the areas of infant, childhood, prenatal and postnatal (including breastfeeding) nutrition to promote development and maintenance of good nutrition
- Conducted staff training on nutrition education materials and appropriate distribution strategy
- Round Rock, Texas
Food Server
University of Houston Dining Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Participated in team meetings to discuss performance, sales targets, and strategies for improving service.
- Trained new servers, sharing best practices and company standards.
- Assisted other team members with side work tasks such as restocking condiments and refilling water glasses.
- Responded to ad hoc cleaning duties at end of shift.
- Informed customers of daily specials and menu changes.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints with a positive attitude, ensuring guest satisfaction.
Cashier
Walmart
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges
- Prevented store losses using awareness, attention to detail and integrity
- Cross-trained and provided back-up for other customer service representatives when needed
- Worked as a team member performing cashier duties, product assistance and cleaning
- Assisted customers with store and product complaints
- Guaranteed positive customer experiences and resolved all customer complaints
- Processed and issued money orders for customers
- Responsible for ringing up customers in a timely manner and guaranteeing high level of customer service
Education
Dietetic Internship -
University of Houston
12.2022
Master of Science - Community Nutrition
Lamar University
05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
University of Houston
05.2018
Credit Hour Completion -
Houston Community College
08.2012
Skills
- Effective Verbal Communication
- Detail-oriented
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Empathetic Listener
- Data analysis
- People-focused
- Goal-driven
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Understanding of Nutrition E-charting Systems
- Digital Marketing Proficiency
- Food safety management
- Account updating
- Data entry
- Proofreading
Certification
- Dietetic Technician Registered, 2023
- HR Management Course Certificate, 2023
- Essential Epidemiologic Tools for Public Health Practice Course Certificate, 2023
- Heart saver First Aid CPR AED certificate, 2022
- SERV Safe food protection certificate, 2022
- Trained Breastfeeding Educator, 2019
- Trained Lab technician, 2019
Timeline
Dietetic Technician
Harris Health System
11.2023 - Current
Career Break
04.2023 - 11.2023
Nutritionist
WCCHD WIC
06.2018 - 06.2022
Food Server
University of Houston Dining Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
Cashier
Walmart
01.2015 - 01.2016
Dietetic Internship -
University of Houston
Master of Science - Community Nutrition
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
University of Houston
Credit Hour Completion -
Houston Community College
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