Timothy Smith
Downingtown,PA
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic professional with 8+ years of nutrition, research, food-safety, and client-centered experience. Excited by critical thinking and collaborative opportunities, while emphasizing leadership skills to facilitate appropriate and complete task management. Tenacious team player dedicated to overall performance through mentoring, training, continuous education, and interdisciplinary emphasis.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Research Associate
Center for Nutrition and Health Impact
Remote
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Led comprehensive research initiatives to identify dietary patterns impacting community health outcomes and interventions.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary collaborations to develop evidence-based nutrition programs tailored to diverse populations.
- Conducted in-depth analyses of health data, translating findings into actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
- Streamlined research protocols by implementing standardized methodologies, improving data collection accuracy and reliability.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables while fostering a collaborative environment among team members and partners.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to evaluate program effectiveness, driving continuous improvement in nutrition initiatives.
- Mentored junior associates and provided guidance on best practices in research methodologies and techniques, fostering professional development within the team.
- Cultivated a cooperative atmosphere among team members and cross-functional teams to enhance communication and align research objectives with deliverables.
Dietary Interviewer
WESTAT – NHANES
Remote
12.2021 - 05.2023
- Facilitated 24-hour recalls by adhering to program guidelines pertaining to health related surveys and adhered to strict confidentiality bylaws outlined by the CDC
- Adhere to ethical guidelines while handling sensitive health information during interviews conducted online or face-to-face.
- Evaluate participant feedback on surveys to identify areas for improvement in data collection processes during focus groups or individual sessions.
- Provide motivational interviewing to facilitate in depth dietary intake information
- Conducted interviews with participants to assess eligibility.
- Increased candidate engagement by conducting thorough and personable interviews.
Dietetic Intern
Wilmington Veteran Affairs Medical Center – Clinical
Wilmington, DE
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Provided nutrition support (tube feed and TPN) and medical nutrition therapy for a diverse population of veterans
- Computerized charting compliant with facility standards via EMR (CPRS)
- Provided nutrition education to patients, family, and caregivers
- Review patient charts and develop care plans
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams to ensure complete patient care
- Facilitate Healthy Teaching Kitchens with ingredient sourcing, recipe development, and live cooking presentations
- 40 hrs/week
Diabetes and Nutrition Services – Chester County Hospital - Community
West Chester, PA
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Develop and present education programs and community and hospital engagement
- Provide counseling sessions for patients with diabetes
- Review patient charts and develop care plans
- Provide diabetes care education to local facilities to improve community competency
- 40 hrs/week
Aramark at West Chester University – Food service
West Chester, PA
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Developed and implement cyclical food hall menus to include allergen friendly and vegan options
- Developed marketing and outreach opportunities to interact with clientele
- Enforced fiscal and managerial processes of the facility
- Collaborated with various food service workers to ensure food safety, and policy implementation
- Conducted student meetings for students with food aversions, allergies, or concerns
- Collaborated with university professors to incorporate nutrition majors into facility processes
- 40 hrs/week
Patient Administration Coordinator
I M Health Urgent Care
Wayne, PA
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Organize and keep patient scheduling accurate
- Follow protocols for insurance verification, patient check in, and record keeping
- Collect client demographics, personal information, and complaints
- 35 hrs/week
Patient Administration Coordinator / Medical Assistant
Personic Healthcare
Springfield, PA
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Facilitate fast and complete client registration via company applications
- Run laboratory tests for COVID-19
- Collect client demographics, personal information, and complaints
- 25 hrs/week
- Temporary
Server and Trainer
Various Settings
First Watch Inc, Green Lemon, Bonefish Grill
10.2014 - Current
- Assist patrons in food selection by listening to preferences and restrictions with the ability to recall specific food ingredients and preparations.
- Train and educate new hires to be able to perform with confidence and efficiency.
- Adhered to maintenance of sanitary, safety, and alcohol policies set by the establishment and local regulations.
- Keep an organized record of food orders, transactions, and payments processed.
- Coordinate with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to maximize efficiency
Lead Delivery Specialist
Subaru of America
Newtown Square, PA
06.2015 - 12.2016
- Managed a small team to adhere to a tight schedule in order to facilitate an organized workspace to consult with clients
- Explained complex systems to inexperienced clients, team members, and demo teams
- Maintained a list of clients to facilitate repeat consultations and visits
- Readily engaged with customers over various modes of communication
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations during vehicle deliveries, ensuring risk management protocols were followed.
- Trained new delivery team members on best practices for customer engagement and service excellence.
Education
Master's Dietetic Internship - Nutrition And Dietetics
University of Delaware
Newark, DE12-2024
B.S. - Nutrition and Dietetics
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA12-2021
Skills
- Presentation etiquette
- Technical Assistance
- Quantitative and Qualitative analytics
- Federal/state healthcare contracts
- Task leadership
- Time management
Affiliations
Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Certification
- CITI human research certification
- SERVSAFE Management certification
- NCHS Confidentiality Training
Timeline
Lead Research Associate
Center for Nutrition and Health Impact
10.2023 - 05.2025
Dietetic Intern
Wilmington Veteran Affairs Medical Center – Clinical
01.2023 - 04.2023
Diabetes and Nutrition Services – Chester County Hospital - Community
10.2022 - 12.2022
Aramark at West Chester University – Food service
08.2022 - 10.2022
Dietary Interviewer
WESTAT – NHANES
12.2021 - 05.2023
Patient Administration Coordinator
I M Health Urgent Care
10.2021 - 05.2022
Patient Administration Coordinator / Medical Assistant
Personic Healthcare
09.2020 - 10.2021
Lead Delivery Specialist
Subaru of America
06.2015 - 12.2016
Server and Trainer
Various Settings
10.2014 - Current
Master's Dietetic Internship - Nutrition And Dietetics
University of Delaware
B.S. - Nutrition and Dietetics
West Chester University of Pennsylvania