Diet Technician

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Diet Technician to support the inpatient transplant units. This role requires collaboration with Clinical Dietitians to provide exceptional nutrition care. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Food and Nutrition, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work in a complex, team-oriented environment. Benefits include competitive salary and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages

HOOPP pension plan

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• Completion of a Community College Diploma program in Food and Nutrition, or recognized equivalent.
• Completion of the written examination for membership in C.S.N.M required within the first year.
• One year related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Clinical Dietitians in providing patient-centered nutrition care.
• Perform activities to ensure the effective provision of nutrition care.
• Communicate with team members to ensure timely information.

Skills

Patient-centered nutrition care

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of food allergies

Education

Community College Diploma in Food and Nutrition

Degree in Food and Nutrition

Tools

CBORD/Diet Office management software

PDA system

Job description

Overview

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Location: Toronto General Hospital. Hours: 15 hours per week. Status: Temporary Part-Time (until July 2026). Site: Toronto General Hospital. Department: Health Services. Reports to: Allied Health Manager. Closing Date: September 10, 2025.

Duties

Working under the direction of the Operational Manager and in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team, this Diet Technician position supports the inpatient transplant units at Toronto General Hospital. Duties include assisting the Clinical Dietitians in providing patient-centered nutrition care, and performing a variety of activities to ensure the efficient and effective provision of nutrition care, including educational and QA responsibilities, and ongoing communication with the supervising dietitian and other key players to ensure information is completed in a timely fashion.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Community College Diploma program in Food and Nutrition, or recognized equivalent
• Completion of a degree in Food and Nutrition from a recognized university is preferred
• One year related experience is preferred
• Experience working in a teaching hospital environment is preferred
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting
• Completion of the written examination to obtain membership in the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (C.S.N.M) is required within the first year of employment
• Therapeutic nutrition knowledge
• Extensive knowledge of food preparation and food allergies
• Knowledge of CBORD / Diet Office management and PDA system
• Computer literacy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and patient service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to focus on priorities
• Professional and courteous manner with high-quality work, meeting deadlines in accordance with UHN standards
• Compliance with confidentiality
• Client service oriented with ability to work with diverse backgrounds

Additional Information

Why join UHN? UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. The following are examples of offerings: competitive salary packages,HOOPP pension plan, transit access and shuttle service, flexible work environment, opportunities for development and promotions, and multiple corporate discounts.

Current UHN employees must have completed probation, have a good employee record, and satisfactory attendance to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date. UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates; please check your email regularly. A Criminal Record Check may be required. If any information provided is misleading, UHN reserves the right to discontinue consideration.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants should make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Function and Industry

Job function: Health Care Provider. Industry: Hospitals and Health Care.