Diabetes Dietitian Clinician -FT- SLDP 02/22

PatternEP - https:/slmhc.on.ca/sitemap.xml - om; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Diabetes Dietitian Clinician to join their team in Sioux Lookout. This role involves assessing, educating, and providing ongoing care for clients living with diabetes. You will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to optimize client self-management and develop comprehensive education programs. If you are passionate about nutrition and diabetes care and are eager to make a difference in your community, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path where your expertise can shine. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Nutrition or equivalent required.
• CDE certification required or to be obtained within a year.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates interdisciplinary diabetes management programs.
• Counsels clients on nutritional needs and maintains effective relationships.

Skills

Nutritional Counseling

Diabetes Management

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Client Education

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Nutrition

Dietetic Internship

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)

Job description

Diabetes Dietitian Clinician FT – SLDP 02/22

Department: SLDP (Sioux Lookout Diabetes Program)

Reports To: Manager: Rehabilitation & Chronic Disease Programs

Job Summary:

The Diabetes Dietitian Clinician is responsible for the assessment, education, treatment, and ongoing care of clients in the Sioux Lookout catchment area who are living with diabetes. This includes collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team to optimize client self-management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Nutrition or equivalent.
• Completion of Dietetic Internship.
• Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario, or eligibility to obtain.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) required, or willing to obtain within one year.
• Membership in the Diabetes Educators Section of the Canadian Diabetes Association preferred.

Job Duties:

• Develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive, interdisciplinary teaching programs and follow-up for diabetes management.
• Contributes to development and delivery of workshops related to nutrition and diabetes education needs of clients.
• Counsels clients regarding nutritional needs on an individual basis.
• Fosters and maintains effective working relationships with all segments inclusive of internal and external partners and communities.
• Contributes to the development, evaluation, and revision of the purpose, philosophy, goals, objectives, and operating strategies for the Sioux Lookout Diabetes Program, consistent with SLMHC’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
• Participates in developing, implementing, and interpreting policies and procedures for the Sioux Lookout Diabetes Program.
• Acts as a nutritional resource person for clients, their families, other health professionals, and support agencies.
• Assumes responsibility for own development and maintenance of clinical competence.
• Ensures safety is a priority.
• Travel to northern First Nations communities to provide nutrition education, direct client care, and community capacity building programs (1 to 2 weeks per month).
• Maintains accurate, comprehensive statistics. Maintains relevant records, files, and charts with pertinent nutritional information.
• Maintains a research-based practice and participates in research projects, as appropriate.
• Must adhere to organizational policies and procedures concerning cleaning, hand hygiene, and the use of Personal Protective Equipment in support of Infection Control measures and attend training when necessary.