Fredericton Dietitian 1 (DT01) PCN 1155811

Horizon Health Network; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health network as a Dietitian, where you'll manage nutritional care and support clients' health. This role involves developing nutrition care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and mentoring students. You'll be part of a diverse and inclusive environment dedicated to quality patient care. If you have a passion for nutrition and a commitment to enhancing community health, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in people's lives. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a supportive setting that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition or dietetics is required.
• Registered member with the New Brunswick Association of Dietitians.

Responsibilities

• Manage nutritional care plans and coordinate patient care.
• Document assessments and communicate with the care team.
• Prepare and present educational sessions.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Flexibility

Interpersonal Relations

Mentoring and Coaching

Planning and Prioritizing Work

Teamwork and Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition or Dietetics

Accredited Internship Program

Job description

Competition #: 127390 External

Posted: February 6, 2025

Closes: February 19, 2025 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: February 24, 2025

Location: Dietetics

Job Classification: Dietitian 1 (DT01)

Job Classification Type: SHCP

Job Type: Permanent Part Time

FTE: 0.4

Schedule: Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 34.0134 to 44.6179 per hour

JOB PURPOSE

The Dietitian is responsible for managing the nutritional care of clients. This is professional dietetics practice in either clinical nutrition, community nutrition or food service operations towards the attainment, maintenance and promotion of the health of individuals, groups and the community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition or dietetics and successful completion of an accredited internship program.
• Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Dietitians.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) and completion of the Certification Program for Insulin Dose Adjustment considered an asset.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Dietitian is responsible for:

• Reviewing patient medical history, symptoms, medications, laboratory tests, anthropometric data (BMI, height, ideal or standard body weight).
• Establishing a nutrition care plan, coordinating care and providing behaviour modification and counselling techniques.
• Documenting assessments, interventions, treatment plans and communication with the care team.
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning.
• Preparing and presenting information and education sessions.
• Providing mentoring and support for students.
• Participating in developing, maintaining and evaluating policies and procedures.

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK

• Analytical Thinking
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal Relations
• Mentoring and Coaching
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts online applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicants who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.