Dietitian I

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

The Dietitian I appears in Edmonton General EGCCC, contributing to nutrition and dysphagia assessments and the creation and maintenance of nutrition care plans for residents across units. This permanent part-time role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork within Nutrition Services.

The position supports ongoing quality of life for residents and requires active CDA registration, internship completion, and experience in long-term care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition accredited by CDA.
• Active registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta required.
• Successful completion of an internship/practicum program accredited by the Dietitians of Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, implement and evaluate nutrition care for residents.
• Perform dysphagia assessments and develop nutrition care plans.
• Liaise with Nutrition and Food Services for program initiatives.
• Monitor residents on admission and at status changes.

Skills

Dysphagia management

Nutrition planning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition (CDA accredited)

Active registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta

Tools

Connect Care

Job description

This permanent part-time position is at the Edmonton General Continuing Care Center, which supports nearly 500 people every day with long-term, subacute and hospice services. We are looking for a clinician that enjoys providing compassionate and supporting care to patients and families. The primarily responsibility for this dietitian role is nutrition and dysphagia assessments, and the development and maintenance of nutrition care plans for residents on multiple units while focusing on maintaining resident’s quality of life. We are looking for someone who is reliable and accountable for their role and has a passion for team-based environments.

Description:

Description: The Dietitian I is responsible for assessing, developing, implementing and evaluating the nutrition care for all patients/residents in the facility; on admission, quarterly and whenever there is a significant change in status to support optimum nutrition care. The dietitian acts as a liaison to the Nutrition and Food Services for program specific initiatives and supports. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.

• Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program: Nutrition Services
• Primary Location: Edmonton General EGCCC
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.65
• Posting End Date: 31-AUG-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 14-SEP-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 6-7
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $43.14
• Maximum Salary: $57.37
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Dietitian I
• Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program: Nutrition Services
• Primary Location: Edmonton General EGCCC
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.65
• Posting End Date: 31-AUG-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 14-SEP-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 6-7
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $43.14
• Maximum Salary: $57.37
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science with a major in Foods and Nutrition accredited by the College of Dietitian's of Alberta (CDA) is required.Active registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta required.Successful completion of an internship program or practicum training program that is accredited by the Dietitians of Canada is required

Additional Required Qualifications

Experience in a long term care setting.Experience with dysphagia management.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using SGA/nutrition focused physical exam.Excellent time management and organizational skills. Flexibility and adaptability.Experience with Connect Care.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

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Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Edmonton General EGCCC

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