Dietitian - Nutrition & Food Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Musquodoboit Harbour; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Dietitian, where you will play a pivotal role in delivering safe and effective nutrition care. This part-time position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with a diverse team to support client health and well-being. You'll engage in mentoring, participate in evidence-informed practices, and contribute to a holistic approach to nutrition care. With competitive hourly compensation and a commitment to diversity, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Unionized Position

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Nutrition and eligibility for registration.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in clinical nutrition preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide ethical and competent nutrition care to clients.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members for quality client care.

Skills

Dysphagia Management

Enteral Nutrition

Parenteral Nutrition

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Prioritize

Team Collaboration

Continuing Education Participation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition

Registration with Nova Scotia College of Dietitians

Internship Completion

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Req ID: 202970

Location: Central Zone, Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital

Department: NFS Clinical Nutrition TOH

Type of Employment: Temporary, Hourly PT short-assignment (40%) x 1

Healthcare Position

Posting Closing Date: 16-May-25

About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services across Atlantic Canada. We aim for excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration across hospitals, health centres, and community programs. Our team provides inpatient and outpatient services, including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health, public health, and mental health services. Join us to be part of a diverse, innovative team.

We employ professionals across Nova Scotia, offering a work-life balance to explore and enjoy the Atlantic lifestyle. Visit www.novascotia.com to learn more about living and working here.

About the Opportunity

The Dietitian is responsible for providing safe, ethical, and competent nutrition care. This includes advising on diet and food, supporting nutritional health, preventing, detecting, and treating malnutrition, and participating in the Nutrition Care Process. The role involves leadership within the team, mentoring dietetic students, and employing evidence-informed practices.

The Dietitian collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure quality, continuity, of client care within a holistic, client-centered framework aligned with our mission and values.

About You

We are looking for candidates with:

• Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition
• Registration or eligibility with Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists
• Internship completion required
• At least 1 year of experience preferred
• Inpatient clinical nutrition experience is an asset
• Skills in dysphagia management, enteral and parenteral nutrition
• Experience counseling patients
• Current WHMIS certification is an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure
• Participation in continuing education
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Additional language skills are an asset

Please ensure your resume is current and comprehensive.

Hours

• Part-Time, 30 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$35.48 - $47.94 hourly

11% in lieu of benefits and vacation

Application Process

Thank you for your interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This is a unionized position, with preference given to bargaining unit employees. Employees should review their seniority and benefits in SuccessFactors. For those changing unions or employment status, clarification is advised before accepting the role.

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages applicants who identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals, Persons with Disabilities, or 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.