Registered Dietician -Full Time - Forest Trail

Extendicare; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Mentorship program

Career growth opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Extendicare in Ontario seeks a Registered Dietitian to provide resident nutrition and hydration care, with assessment on admission, annual review, and during status changes. You will develop nutrition plans, document care, and support compliance with regulatory standards.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, educate staff and families, review menus, and contribute to quality improvement. A degree in Food and Nutrition with provincial registration is required; 1–2 years in

Qualifications

• University degree in Food and Nutrition; provincial registration required.
• 1–2 years experience in gerontology or long-term care is preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable of provincial regulations and residents' rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutrition status on admission, annually, and on significant changes.
• Develop and monitor nutrition plans of care for residents.
• Provide nutrition/dietary counseling to residents and families.
• Document nutrition care per regulatory standards and Extendicare policies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and other committees as needed.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Care coordination

Time management

Customer focus

Education

University degree in Food and Nutrition

Tools

Synergy (Microsoft Office Suite)

Point Click Care/POC/eMAR

Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Job description

Job DescriptionDietician - 32 hours weeklyMission:The Registered Dietitian (RD) is responsible for providing resident nutrition/hydration care and documenting nutrition/hydration care in compliance with regulatory standards and Extendicare's policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities:To assess nutrition status for all residents on admission, annually and whenever there is a significant change in status;To determine each resident's level of nutrition and hydration risk in order to prescribe/recommend needed interventions and follow-up care;To develop a nutrition plan of care for each newly admitted resident;To evaluate and modify, as needed, the nutrition plan of care for residents being followed by the RD, on an ongoing basis;To document resident nutrition care for residents followed by the RD;To provide nutrition/dietary counseling/education for residents and/or their caregivers, family members or substitute decision makers for the purpose of supporting optimum resident nutrition care;To monitor residents at high nutrition risk and those at moderate nutrition risk who are considered by the RD to require ongoing RD monitoring” and to ensure that all other residents (those at low risk and those at moderate risk who are considered stable by the RD), and delegated to the Nutrition Manager are monitored;To participate as a member of the interdisciplinary resident care team at resident care conferences, as scheduling allows;To participate on other appropriate interdisciplinary committees such as the Pharmacy & Therapeutics, Resident Care/Professional Advisory and Ethics;To participate as a key member of the home's Care Teams, such as Skin/Wound Care, Bowel Management and Dysphagia Management teams;To coordinate continuous quality improvement of the home's nutrition and hydration care and food services and dining in collaboration with the NM;To provide nutrition/dietary in-service education for Dietary and Nursing staff and other interdisciplinary team members as required;To review and approve the home's seasonal menus, including those for therapeutic and texture modified diets and snack menus;To approve the home's menus;To oversee the Restorative Feeding, Dining Program and the Enteral Nutrition Program;To collaborate with the Nutrition Manager and advise Administration on Resident nutrition care, considering resident's language, religious, culture and nutrient needs;To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;To complete other duties as assigned.Qualifications:University degree in area of Food and Nutrition from an approved university1-2 years of experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an assetCurrent registration in the applicable province's regulatory College of DietitiansMembership in Dietitians of Canada and the Gerontology NetworkMust be knowledgeable of Provincial Food Premises Regulation, CCHSA AccreditationCanada, Provincial/Health Authority regulatory requirements, and Residents' Bill of RightsMust possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skillsMust have proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office applications and Synergy (Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), Point Click Care/POC/eMARMust provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain oneWhat Extendicare has to offer:At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunitiesOpportunities for advancement and career growth within the organizationA rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.Employee Family Assistance Program.Robust benefits package.Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.Time Type:Full timeAt Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.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.Extendicare 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.Extendicare 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.