Clinical Dietitian

Vancouver Island Health Authority; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 56,137 - 70,078; Part time

Job summary

A leading health authority in Canada is seeking a Dietitian to provide medical nutritional therapy for patients. In this role, you will plan, implement, and evaluate nutritional care and counsel patients and families on dietary needs. Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in dietetics/nutrition, complete a dietetic internship, and possess a current Dietitian license in BC. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently are essential. This is a casual position with a salary range of $40.75 to $50.87 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a major in dietetics/nutrition.
• Completion of an accredited dietetic internship program.
• Current licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Dietitian.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and evaluates medical nutritional therapy for patients.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding nutritional requirements and preparation.

Skills

Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships

Ability to coordinate activities with medical and nursing staff

Ability to organize workload and set priorities

Ability to effectively use computers and software applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics/nutrition

Accredited dietetic internship program

Current licensure as Dietitian

Job description

Victoria General Hospital (VGH) - Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800/1600

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$40.75 - $50.87

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Feb. 2 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to Coordinator, Nutrition Services; plans, implements, and evaluates medical nutritional therapy for hospital-based and/or facility-based patients according to guidelines established by Nutrition Services. Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding appropriate nutritional requirements, nutritional regimes, and food planning and preparation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a major in dietetics/nutrition or equivalent. Completion of an accredited dietetic internship program. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Dietitian. Eligible for membership with the Dietitians of Canada (DC). Experience as a practicing Dietitian preferred. Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with patients and their families, members of the medical team, departmental employees and representatives of community agencies.
• Ability to coordinate activities and liaison with medical and nursing staff, patients and the food service department and/or support agencies.
• Ability to organize workload, set priorities and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively use computers and software applications.