Clinical Dietitian | Outpatient

Interior Health; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Training opportunities

Vacation & MSP

Insurance premiums paid

Extended health & dental

Municipal Pension

Work-life balance

Job summary

Interior Health seeks a Permanent Part Time Clinical Dietitian in Kamloops, BC, to support outpatient nutrition care. You will work with the RIH Diabetes Education Clinic, the Vascular Improvement Program, and traveling outpatient nutrition counselling to remote communities on a rotating schedule.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will assess patients, develop care plans, provide counseling, and contribute to nutrition guidelines and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics.
• Completion of accredited hospital-based dietetic internship or equivalent.
• Registered Dietitian with CHCPBC license.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition care and support to individuals, patients, residents and groups.
• Perform nutrition assessments, care planning, charting, intervention and monitoring.
• Counsel and educate clients; participate in education programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams and advise on nutrition practices.
• Contribute to guidelines development and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Counseling

Education programs

Team collaboration

Education

Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics

CHCPBC registration (Registered Dietitian)

Hospital internship accreditation

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Permanent Part Time Clinical Dietitian | Outpatient at Kamloops Public Health in Kamloops, BC.

Days of work: Tuesday to Thursday, every other Friday, Days

Shift times: 08:00 to 16:00, 07:30 to 16:30, 07:00 to 17:00, 08:00 to 14:00

This is an Outpatient Dietitian position working in multiple areas: 1. RIH Diabetes Education Clinic as a Diabetes Educator and Outpatient Dietitian on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 2. Vascular Improvement Program in the CSB at RIH on Thursdays. 3. Outpatient Nutrition Counselling - Travelling to Clearwater, Barrier, and Chase alternating days once per month.

What we offer:

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation-Medical Services Plan
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Work-life balance

Applicable positions may qualify for up to $15,000 as a recruitment incentive.

A Relocation Allowance package may be offered with the position.

What will you work on?

The Dietitian is a member of a multidisciplinary health care team and provides nutrition care and support to individuals, patients, residents and groups according to established policies, standards and procedures.

Utilizing clinical techniques and knowledge, the Dietitian provides nutrition services through: nutrition assessment; care planning and charting; intervention, goal setting and monitoring; counseling and education programs; consults and communicates with the multidisciplinary care teams; acts as a resource to other health professionals and communities within Interior Health.

The Dietitian provides input to the Professional Practice Leader by participating in the development of nutrition practice guidelines and procedures; research and continuous quality improvement initiatives for the facility and program.

The Dietitian liaises and advises food service staff on patient/resident care issues and menu development.

Where are we located?

Kamloops is where big skies, rugged landscapes, and city life come together.

This vibrant city is an outdoor lover's dream, with skiing at Sun Peaks in winter and hiking, biking, and golf in the warmer months.

The community’s downtown is full of life, from local eateries and unique shops to colorful street art and lively festivals. Whether you want to explore a market, sample local wines or catch a performance, there’s something for everyone in Kamloops.

Qualfications

• Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics.
• Successful completion of an accredited hospital based dietetic internship program (or equivalent acceptable to the facility).
• Full licensee as a Registered Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
• One year of clinical nutrition experience in a health care environment preferred.
• Valid BC Driver’s License may be required.