Dietitian

Lakeridge Health; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A health network in Ontario is seeking a Dietitian for a temporary part-time position. You will provide quality nutritional care and education to in-patients across various medical programs. Responsibilities include supervising nutrition students and contributing to multidisciplinary team planning. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition and prior clinical experience. This role fosters an inclusive environment and is part of a comprehensive safety program.

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Recent clinical experience in an inpatient setting preferred.
• Physically capable of performing duties including lifting and walking.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nutrition care and education for in-patients.
• Supervise nutrition students and dietetic interns.
• Contribute to program planning and evaluation.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Teaching skills

Counselling skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Food and Nutrition

Completion of an accredited dietetic internship

Job description

OPSEU

Job Title: Dietitian
Status: Temporary Part Time (18 months)
Department: Clin Nutr: Inpatients
Program: Food Services
Schedule: 8 Hour Shifts, Days, Weekends (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Bowmanville and Ajax-Pickering
Wage Schedule: $41.680 - $53.280 per hour
OPSEU: 2500003254

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Registered Dietitian as a member of the Inpatient Dietitian Team is responsible for providing quality nutrition care and education for in-patients and their families. Nutrition care services will be provided to the following programs: Complex Continuing Care, Rehabilitation, General Medicine and Surgery, Nephrology, Oncology, Maternal Child Services, Critical Care, Mental Health and Emergency. Ongoing evaluation and redistribution of caseload will be done to meet the needs of the inpatient population across Lakeridge and will be supported with mentoring and education. Registered Dietitians contribute to program planning, implementation and evaluation in a multidisciplinary team setting, supervise nutrition students and dietetic interns and have other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor degree with a major in Food and Nutrition successful completion of an accredited dietetic internship program or a recognized equivalent is required.
• Eligible for registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Recent clinical experience in an inpatient setting preferred.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physically capable of performing the duties of the position and tasks including bending, turning, lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
• Effective time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently as well as co-operatively with peers and multidisciplinary team members; adapting to a changing environment and respond with initiative.
• Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing education and learning.
• Demonstrated effective teaching and counselling skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education sessions.

Inclusion, Diversity, and Accommodation

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.