Registered Dietitian >

Getwellteam; Canada; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

On-site parking

Job summary

A community health organization in Canada is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide personalized nutrition counselling, manage chronic diseases, and contribute to health promotion initiatives. The role encompasses one-on-one patient care and group education, working closely with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, relevant experience, and be registered with the College of Dietitians of Ontario. This position offers flexibility in work hours and requires strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in community-based health organization.
• Fluent in English, additional languages are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs and dietary habits of patients.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
• Support Chronic Disease Prevention and Management programs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Health promotion planning

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

Completion of accredited internship

Current CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

We are seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) to join our Family Health Team. The RD will provide individualized nutrition counselling, support chronic disease management, and contribute to health promotion initiatives. This role involves both one-on-one patient care and group education, in collaboration with the broader care team.

Job Type: Full time or Part time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with patients to assess nutritional needs, considering dietary habits, medical history, cultural, socio-economic, and psychosocial factors.
• Conduct nutrition and anthropometric assessments to guide care planning.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nutrition care plans tailored to patient needs and context.
• Provide evidence-based nutrition counseling, diabetes education, obesity and weight management, and co-create self-management plans with patients.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, patient-centered care.
• Support Chronic Disease Prevention and Management programs through outreach, education, and counseling.
• Uphold professional standards, ethics, and organizational values as set by the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Engage in lifelong learning, reflective practice, and continuous quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes.
• Maintain program records, including diabetes program data and quarterly reporting.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and perform other duties as required.
• Take on additional initiatives that contribute to the growth of the health team.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition or equivalent.
• Completion of a Dietitians of Canada–accredited internship/practicum program or equivalent, preferably with a community focus.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario; eligibility for membership with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and Dietitians of Canada.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience, or at least two years as a Registered Dietitian in a community-based health organization.
• Strong understanding of the social, economic, environmental, and cultural factors influencing nutrition and health.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in health promotion program planning and implementation.
• Familiarity with client-centered and self-management approaches to chronic disease prevention and management is an asset.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Fluent in English, additional languages reflecting the community (e.g., Cantonese, Mandarin, Farsi, Korean and Tagalog) are an asset.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.
• Current vulnerable sector check (within one year).
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Contact: Please email cover letter, resume, and references to careers(at)getwellteam.ca

We will receive applications and contact you further for an interview if you meet preliminary requirements. Thank you for your interest!