26OPP141R1 - Dietitian-FT Bariatric Program Nutrition

THUNDER BAY REGIONALHEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is seeking a Dietitian for the Bariatric Program Nutrition. The role focuses on comprehensive nutritional assessment and care planning for bariatric patients, with delivery through in-person and telehealth formats.

The successful candidate will contribute to inter-disciplinary care, provide education on chronic disease management, and participate in program development aligned with PFCC principles.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Experience with patients with complex chronic disease.
• Minimum two years in an inter‑professional team environment.
• Experience with enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
• Experience with group education; presentation and public speaking is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient‑centred nutritional care through assessment and development of care plans.
• Counselling, education and evaluation of care plans and outcomes.
• Work within PFCC framework and interdisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes.

Skills

Chronic disease knowledge

Patient education

Strong communication

Telehealth platforms

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Registration with College of Dietitians of Ontario

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

Dietitian-FT Bariatric Program Nutrition

Posted Date: 10/29/2026

Closing Date: 11/5/2026

None specified

Job Details Job Title: Dietitian-FT Bariatric Program Nutrition
Posted Date: 10/29/2026 Closing Date: 11/5/2026 Education Level: None specified
Job Description

Ref# 26OPP141R1

1 ‑ Full Time ‑ Dietitian

Bariatric Program Nutrition

Reposted

This vacancy is Reposted. Candidates who have previously appliedfor this position are required to resubmit

their application.

Why Join Us?

• ImpactfulWork: Your leadershipwill directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a valuesbased team environment.
• CompetitiveCompensation: We offer acomprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent.
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud toparticipate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP),offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pensionplan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believethat a strong pension recognizes ouremployees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as partof our overall compensationpackage. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each payperiod. As your employer, we alsocontribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Our Mission:

We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported andadvanced by research, innovation

and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples ofNorthwestern Ontario.

Our Vision:

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values:

Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role:

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patientsand families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)

is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive toindividual patient/family preferences, needs, and values

and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating acaring environment for patients and families ensures

continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicantsare required to have a demonstrated knowledge,

understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

The Registered Dietitian has a direct reporting relationship tothe Manager, Complex and Chronic Diseases and

matrix reporting relationship for Dietitian practice to theDirector, Health Professions and Collaborative Practice. The

Registered Dietitian will provide comprehensive patient centrednutritional care through assessment of nutritional

needs, development of appropriate nutritional care plans,counselling, education and evaluation of care plans and

outcomes.

Qualifications/Experience

• Current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Member of the Dieticians of Canada an asset
• Minimum two years recent experience working in an inter‑professionalteam environment
• Minimum two years experience with patients with complex chronicdisease
• Entry‑level enteral and parenteral nutrition supportskills required
• Experience with group education; presentation and publicspeaking an asset

Skills / Competencies

• Knowledge of chronic disease prevention and management
• Patient and family teaching, wellness promotion and SelfManagement of Chronic Disease
• Telehealth service delivery model
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving and conflictresolution skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Advanced computer skills
• Be able to work flexible hours (e.g. weekday late afternoon andearly evening)

Salary Range: $43.900 to 56.110

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety andsecurity of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to externalcandidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory

Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure theabsence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of

full vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health& Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated

adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance atwork is imperative, therefore, all applicants will

have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered forthis position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, andaccessible environment supporting diversity in our work

environment to provide quality care where all feel valued,respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a

workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serveand encourage Indigenous people, visible

minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify.Upon request, accommodations due to a disability

are available throughout the selection process.

As a proposed designated position under the French Language Policy(HR‑esa‑12) Level 2 ‑ French

Language Skills according to Thunder Bay Regional Health SciencesCentre's Oral Proficiency Scale are

required.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, theHospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified

individuals.

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