Registered Dietitian (2025-2067)

Closing the Gap Healthcare; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a passionate Registered Dietitian to join their collaborative team. This role involves assessing nutritional needs, developing treatment plans, and working closely with clients in their own environments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Food and Nutritional Sciences, be registered with the College of Dietitians of Ontario, and have experience with tube feeding and swallowing assessments. Join a dynamic team that values lifelong learning and provides ongoing support for mental health, all while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Ongoing tools and resources for mental health

Culture of recognition and appreciation

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience with elderly clients and conducting swallowing assessments.
• Ability to develop and evaluate nutrition care plans.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients’ nutritional needs and develop treatment plans.
• Visit clients in their own environments to build relationships.

Skills

Nutritional Assessment

Swallowing Disorders Evaluation

Client Relationship Building

Time Management

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Food and Nutritional Sciences

Active Registration with College of Dietitians of Ontario

Tools

Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)

Tube Feeding

Job description

Description:

Position: Registered Dietitian

Casual
Location: St. Thomas and Elgin County

Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) provides Canadians with high-quality care across various clinic and home-based community settings.

We are seeking a Registered Dietitian to serve the community and join our team in the St. Thomas and Elgin County area.

This position may appeal to you if:

• You are passionate about customer service and wish to advance your career in healthcare.
• You enjoy working with a collaborative, cross-disciplinary team.
• You value guidance from an experienced leadership team. At CTG, we promote lifelong learning and sharing best practices.

The successful Registered Dietitian will:

• Assess clients’ nutritional needs and develop treatment plans.
• Have experience evaluating and assessing swallowing disorders.
• Visit clients in their own environments and build relationships.
• Use a systematic approach to decision-making during the development, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition care plans.
• Manage time and workload effectively, ensuring proper documentation.
• Be adaptable to flexible schedules and environments.
• Know when to seek supervision.

The role will require:

• A degree in Food and Nutritional Sciences or a related Dietitian program.
• Active registration in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Experience working with the elderly.
• Experience with tube feeding and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN).
• Prior experience conducting swallowing assessments.
• Valid Ontario Driver's License and reliable vehicle.

As a member of A Team Made for Caring at Closing the Gap, you can expect:

• Ongoing tools, webinars, and resources to support mental health.
• A culture of recognition and appreciation.
• A dynamic and collaborative team committed to excellence.

Who we are:

Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) is a Canadian-owned, award-winning, fully accredited, and publicly-funded organization.

We are A Team Made for Caring^TM, dedicated to providing people of all ages with the highest level of care across home, community, and clinic healthcare services. Our approach is based on ethical principles, compassion, and a commitment to high standards.

The Not-So-Fine Print:

We are excited about your interest in joining our “Team Made for Caring”.

This position is open to individuals eligible to work in Canada and who meet all essential requirements. Accommodations will be provided during the recruitment and assessment process per the CTG Accessibility policy.

We prioritize a safe, high-quality environment. We encourage all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza to protect our team and community.

If you need accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Note: This is a unionized environment serving a pre-assigned geographic area around St. Thomas.