Clinical Dietitian - (206147)

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in British Columbia is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to enhance patient care through effective nutrition management. The role involves working in a multidisciplinary team and requires a strong educational background in food and nutrition, along with effective communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition required.
• Completion of accredited dietetic internship.

Responsibilities

• Support patient-focused care through clinical nutrition management.
• Work in an acute care environment as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Organize and prioritize work

Effective communication

Teamwork

Public relations

Keyboarding

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Bachelor degree in Food and Nutrition

Dietetic internship

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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.

Working in an acute care environment and as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, the Clinical Dietitian is responsible for supporting patient focused care by integrating, translating, coordinating, promoting and applying food and clinical nutrition management in accordance with established policies and procedures, professional regulations and Standards of Practice.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Bachelor degree with major credits in Food and Nutrition from a Dietitians of Canada accredited university program, and completion of a Dietitians of Canada accredited clinical/general dietetic internship. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Dietitian. Eligible for membership in the Dietitians of Canada. Experience as a practicing Dietitian preferred.

Skills And Abilities

• Organize and prioritize work.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Work independently and as part of the multidisciplinary health care team.
• Deal effectively with others.
• Foster and promote good public relations.
• Keyboard.
• Operate related equipment, such as a computer.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1566.pdf