Registered Dietitian – CCDC 02/26

Sioux Lookout MenoYaWin Health Centre; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 64,741 - 79,128; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare center in Ontario seeks a Registered Dietitian to provide assessment, education, treatment, and care for clients living with diabetes. The role involves developing comprehensive education programs, counseling clients on nutrition, and collaborating with health professionals. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Nutrition, be registered or eligible with the College of Dietitians of Ontario, and preferably a Certified Diabetes Educator. Starting annual salary is $71,935.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Applied Nutrition or equivalent.
• Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario or eligibility to obtain.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) required, or willing to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive diabetes management programs.
• Counsel clients on nutritional needs.
• Maintain accurate records and statistics.
• Participate in research projects.

Skills

Diabetes management

Nutritional counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Workshop development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Nutrition

Completion of Dietetic Internship

Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)

Job description

Job Summary

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for the assessment, education, treatment, and ongoing care of clients in the Sioux Lookout catchment area who are living with diabetes. This includes collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team to optimize client self-management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Nutrition or equivalent, and completion of Dietetic Internship.
• Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario, or eligibility to obtain.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) required, or willing to obtain within one year.
• Membership in the Diabetes Educators Section of the Canadian Diabetes Association preferred.

Job Duties

• Develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive, interdisciplinary teaching programs and follow-up for diabetes management.
• Contributes to development and delivery of workshops related to nutrition and diabetes education needs of clients.
• Counsel clients in regards to nutritional needs on an individual basis.
• Fosters and maintains effective working relationships with all segments inclusive of internal and external partners and communities.
• Contributes to the development, evaluation and revision of the purpose, philosophy, goals, objectives, and operating strategies for CCDC Program, consistent with SLMHC’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
• Participates in developing, implementing, and interpreting policies and procedures for CCDC Program.
• Acts as a nutritional resource person for clients, their families, other health professionals and support agencies.
• Assumes responsibility for own development and maintenance of clinical competence.
• Ensures safety is a priority.
• Maintains accurate, comprehensive statistics. Maintains relevant records, files and charts with pertinent nutritional information.
• Work within an expert regional team specializing in advanced diabetes care.
• Maintains a research-based practice and participates in research projects, as appropriate.
• Must adhere to organizational policies and procedures concerning cleaning, hand hygiene and the use of Personal Protective Equipment in support of Infection Control measures, and attend training when necessary.

Salary

Starting at $71,935 annual. Commensurate with qualifications and experience.