Community Dietitian — Rural Health & Nutrition Education

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Kamsack; On-site; CAD 36,171 - 44,230; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Kamsack, Saskatchewan is seeking a full-time Dietitian to provide community dietary services. This role involves conducting client assessments and implementing effective treatment planning. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, possesses strong organizational and communication skills, and is registered or eligible for registration with relevant dietary bodies. Salary ranges from $36.171 to $44.230, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in community dietetics is an asset.
• Registered/eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan College of Dietitians.
• Registered/eligible for registration with the Dietitians of Canada (DC).

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments and engage in effective treatment planning.
• Provide group education and support in area of nutrition and diet.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

Tools

Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Position #: 9007370

Expected Start Date: To be determined - Posted Until Filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Kamsack District Hospital & Nursing Home

City/Town: Kamsack

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Hours of Work: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Dietitian - Degree $36.171 to $44.230

Travel Required: Yes

Human Resources Exemption: No

Description

Reporting to the manager, the Dietitian - Degree provides medical nutrition therapy which includes screening, assessment, developing, and implementing evidence-based care plans, counselling, direction on nutrition supports, and other needed nutrition interventions for patients/residents/clients. The Dietitian - Degree will work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team to create a patient/resident/client and family centered environment conducive to the provision of quality care.

Experience

• Experience in the field of community dietetics is an asset

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

• Organizational skills
• Time management skills
• Analytical skills
• Decision Making skills
• Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to concentrate within a dynamic work environment
• Basic knowledge of quality improvement
• Knowledge in learning and teaching principles
• Self motivated with the ability to work independently
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct client assessments and engage in effective treatment planning
• Knowledge of health promotion models & strategies
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Ability to develop, evaluate and modify programming provided to clients
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Knowledge in community development
• Ability to provide group education and support in area of nutrition and diet
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships

Other Information

• Registered/eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan College of Dietitians
• Registered/eligible for registration with the Dietitians of Canada (DC)