Clinical Dietitian - South Okanagan, B.C

Canadian Society of Nutrition Management; Keremeos; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization in Keremeos seeks a Registered Dietitian to support Primary Care clients. This permanent full-time role offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance, and employer-paid benefits. Ideal candidates will have a degree in nutrition and experience in a clinical setting. The position requires a valid BC Driver’s License, as travel between clinics is necessary.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance

Vacation starting at 4 weeks

Employer-paid benefits

Education and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a health care environment preferred.
• Valid BC Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition care and support to clients.
• Work with multidisciplinary health care teams.
• Develop nutrition practice guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Clinical nutrition experience

Nutrition assessment

Counseling and education programs

Education

Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics

Completion of an accredited dietetic internship

Full registration as a Registered Dietitian

Job description

Clinical Dietitian | Primary Care

Position Summary

We are hiring for a permanent full-time Registered Dietitian to support Primary Care clients in the south Okanagan. This position works Monday to Friday from 08:30-16:30. This position requires driving between clinics at the South Similkameen Health Centre in Keremeos, the Upper Similkameen Indian Band in Cawston, and the Lower Similkameen Indian Band in Hedley.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with recognition of previous experience
• Relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Reimbursement for eligible registration fees
• Vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid benefits and services
• Employer-matched contributions to our defined benefit pension plan
• Education and development opportunities
• Consistent schedule and stability

About the position:

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.

About us:

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About this location:

Keremeos is a beautiful town located on the banks of the Similkameen River less than 40 minutes from Penticton. Known as one of the fastest growing villages in B.C., Keremeos has seen unprecedented growth in recent years. Its residents enjoy mild winters, a dry climate, and long hot summers. The Keremeos climate is ideal for fruit growing and is home to a number of award-winning wineries. The area has one of the highest concentrations of organic fruit and vegetable producers in B.C. Full of hiking and riding trails, including the pristine Cathedral Provincial Park, Keremeos is an active community.

Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics.
Successful completion of an accredited hospital based dietetic internship program (or equivalent acceptable to the facility).
Full registration 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 required.

Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.