Registered Dietitian

Compass Group Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a part-time Registered Dietitian for an on-site role in Ottawa, ON. The position requires bilingual English/French communication and extensive geriatric nutrition knowledge to assess residents and guide individualized care plans.

You'll conduct nutrition assessments, monitor high-priority cases, educate residents and families, and collaborate with nursing, dietary and care teams to ensure safe, compliant nutrition interventions and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• RD in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Bilingual in English and French.
• Extensive knowledge of clinical and geriatric nutrition.
• Knowledge of InterRAI, CAPS, Care Planning and health authority regulations.
• Knowledge of government legislation in long-term care.
• Knowledge of food service sanitary and safety standards.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in long-term care setting preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management and multitasking skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Customer-focused with strong relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments for all new admissions.
• On-going monitoring and assessment of residents identified as High Nutritional Priority.
• Complete quarterly and/or annual nutritional assessments according to the interRAI schedule.
• Evaluate nutritional adequacy of dietary intake by calculating and analyzing Food Intake Studies.
• Inform and educate residents, family members, and team members on nutritional care.
• Individualize residents' diet with family, advocates, and care team in care plan development.
• Liaise with dietary manager, food service supervisor, registered nursing staff, families and government officials.
• Review and approve the facilities bi-annual menu.
• Document prescribed nutrition interventions and monitor outcomes.
• Participate in quality services audit, clinical nutrition section.
• Participate in Palliative Care Committee and Skin & Wound Committee.
• Assist the Food Service Manager to ensure compliance with nutrition legislation.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Clinical nutrition

Geriatric nutrition

InterRAI CAPS knowledge

Care planning regs

Long-term care regs

OH&S awareness

Communication skills

Time management

Relationship building

Education

Registered Dietitian in Ontario (CDO in good standing)

Job description

Company Description

Compass Group Canada is Canada’s leading foodservice and facilities management company, serving millions of customers every day across offices, schools, universities, hospitals, senior living communities, sports venues, and remote work sites. The organization provides exceptional foodservice alongside a broad range of support services, including cleaning, building maintenance, reception, and security. With almost 40 years of experience in Canada and access to a global network of expertise, Compass Group Canada focuses on innovative, tailored solutions for diverse client needs. Team members benefit from working in a dynamic, service-oriented environment that values safety, quality, and continual improvement. For more information, visit www.compass-canada.com.

Role Description

This is a part-time, on-site Registered Dietitian role based in Ottawa, ON.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete nutritional assessments for all new admissions.
• On-going monitoring and assessment of residents who are identified as High Nutritional Priority
• Complete Quarterly and/or Annual Nutritional Assessments according to the interRAI schedule
• Evaluate nutritional adequacy of dietary intake by calculating and analyzing Food Intake Studies, as necessary
• Inform and educate residents, family members, and team members on nutritional care, as required
• Individualize resident’s diet to meet his or her needs by involving the resident’s family members, advocates, care givers, physician and other team members in care plan development
• Liaise with dietary manager, food service supervisor, registered nursing staff, families and government officials
• Review and approve the facilities bi-annual menu
• Document prescribed nutrition interventions and compliance, as per the nutrition care plan Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of prescribed nutrition interventions and resident’s tolerance
• Participate in quality services audit, clinical nutrition section
• Participate in Palliative Care Committee and Skin & Wound Committee

Assist the Food Service Manager to ensure compliance with all legislation such pertinent to the nutrition and hydration program.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with the College of Dietitians of Ontario in good standing
• Bilingual - English and French
• Extensive knowledge of clinical and geriatric nutrition
• Knowledge of Point Click Care preferred
• Knowledge of InterRAI, CAPS, Care Planning and health authority regulations
• Knowledge of government legislation in the areas of long-term care
• Knowledge of food service sanitary and safety standards
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in long-term care setting preferred
• Superb organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety practices, principles and legislation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential
• Customer-focused attitude, with high emphasis on building and maintaining relationships with clients