Registered Dietician

ParaMed; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Health benefits

Flexible scheduling

Virtual visits

Mileage reimbursement

Education allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ParaMed is seeking a Registered Dietitian to translate medical and nutrition information into practical meal plans for patients in residential or institutional settings. Role includes pediatric and adult care with in-home or school visits, and referrals from multiple sources.

You will assess nutritional needs, plan therapeutic menus, and maintain compliant client records while following regulatory standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Registration/licensing with provincial regulatory college in good standing (College of Dietitians in Ontario).
• Experience with pediatric clients is an asset.
• Current certification (within the past 12 months) of First Aid and CPR (Canada).
• Ability to provide VPS clearance (Vulnerable Position Screening).

Responsibilities

• Determine nutritional needs of patients and plan, implement, and evaluate normal and therapeutic menus to maintain and enhance general health.
• Aid in the prevention and/or treatment of inadequate nutrition.
• Maintain professional client records related to client encounters and plans in compliance with policies and standards.

Skills

Pediatric care

Nutritional assessment

Diet planning

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Registration with provincial regulatory college

Ontario College of Dietitians registration

Job description

Job DescriptionFull-time, Part-time, Job Sharing, and Salaried roles available*We offer a $5000 signing Bonus!*As a Registered Dietitian, you are uniquely trained to translate scientific, medical and nutrition information into practical healthy meal plans for patients and their families. Client groups receiving your treatment may include Pediatrics for in home or school services and/or Adults with medical/health concerns. Care will take place within a residential or institutional setting with referrals generated by a variety of sources including government agencies, employers, insurance companies or private payees.Why you’ll love working here:Best in class training and development programsCelebration and Recognition programsPart time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options with both in person and virtual visitsComprehensive health and dental benefit plansCompany paid mobile deviceMileage compensationOpportunities for education allowance for employees and familyEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee perks and exclusive offersWhat you’ll do:Determine nutritional needs of patients and plan, implement, and evaluate normal and therapeutic menus to maintain and enhance general healthAid in the prevention and/or treatment of inadequate nutritionMaintain professional client records related to client encounters and plans in compliance with ParaMed’s policies and the standards applied by the regulatory body or College of Dieticians.What you bring:Registration/licensing with provincial regulatory college in good standing College of Dietitians in Ontario)Experience with pediatric clients considered an asset.Working knowledge of applicable legislation including Regulated Health Professionals Act, Dietetics Act, Healthcare Consent Act and othersCurrent certification (within the past 12 month) of First Aid, CPR, completed within CanadaAble to provide a current, clear Vulnerable Position Screening (VPS)This is a New PositionWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.#PMAlliedTime TypeFull timeCompensation DetailsCompensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail] acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.