Registered Dietitian - Belleville

Queen's University; Belleville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Queen's University seeks a Registered Dietitian to join the Belleville-based Family Medicine team, providing nutrition screening, assessment, counseling and health education. You will work with physicians, residents and allied health staff to deliver patient-centered care in a medically integrated setting.

The role emphasizes teaching, program development and evidence-based nutrition interventions, with opportunities to contribute to education for residents and learners within an academic

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition with a dietetic internship.
• Registered Dietitian with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in clinical dietetic counseling.
• Demonstrated proficiency in adult education and teaching.
• Experience in program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Conducts nutrition screening and assessments to determine status and plan care.
• Provides individual and group nutrition counseling and education.
• Collaborates with family physicians and health care team.
• Maintains patient records in the EMR and documents plans.
• Participates in training, education of residents and students.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Teaching

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Foods & Nutrition

Registered Dietitian with College of Dietitians of Ontario

Dietitians of Canada membership preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

\" \" External Applicants \" Registered Dietitian - Belleville# Registered Dietitian - BellevilleTo display this page you need a browser with JavaScript support.Competition Number:J0526-0463Position Title:Registered Dietitian - BellevillePosition Number (Final):00500881Vacancy Type:Existing PositionEmployee Group:Support StaffJob Category:Health Care ProfessionalsDepartment or Area:Family MedicineLocation:Belleville, Ontario, Canada (On-site)Grade:08Hours per Week:28Job Type:TermLength of term:6Shift:7 Monday - ThursdayNumber Of Positions:1Date Posted:September 24, 2026Closing Date:October 8, 2026## COVID 19 On-Campus RequirementsPrior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status and provide proof that they were fully vaccinated or had an approved accommodation to engage in in-person University activities. These requirements were suspended May 1, 2022. However, they remain in effect for students, staff, and faculty in workplaces, including hospitals, where patient care is provided and/or where the work duties or educational requirements of the position involve or support patient care.## About Queen's UniversityQueen's University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics & recreation, power generation, corporate shared services, and many more.We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals from equity seeking groups such as women, racialized/visible minorities, Indigenous/Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, persons who identify in the LGBTQ+ community and others who reflect the diversity of Canadian society.Come work with us!## Applicant Guidance & InformationAt Queen's, we are committed to helping people achieve their best. Whether you are beginning your career at Queen's or seeking your next opportunity, we are here to support you.**Visit our for guidance on applying, showcasing your skills and experience, and preparing for interviews.****Disclaimer:** As part of the application process at Queen's University, our recruitment system uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), as defined under the Ontario Employment Standards Act,to ask job-related questions and confirm eligibility for hire. All final hiring decisions are made using non-AI related processes.## Job SummaryWithin the Department of Family Medicine, the Queen's Family Health Team (QFHT) is a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals who provide primary health care services to the Belleville community. As an academic teaching centre, the Department trains future family physicians and conducts research in issues of primary health care delivery. QFHT is comprised of a number of medical practices and provides for a diverse, client centred work environment for all its employees. QFHT provides primary health services to rostered patients while modeling safe, efficient and collaborative clinical processes to Family Medicine residents and other health professional learners.Reporting to the Program Manager, the incumbent will provide nutrition screening, assessment, counseling and health education as a member of the interdisciplinary health team and in accordance with accepted clinical practice guidelines for Registered Dietitians. The incumbent will work collaboratively with family physicians and other members of the health care team to provide comprehensive nutritional services to patients, both individual and group, and Is a resource to the clinical team. They will share their expertise and knowledge of health promotion, disease prevention and chronic disease management with QFHT patients, physicians, residents and allied health staff.## Job DescriptionKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:- Conducts individual patient assessments to determine physical/nutritional status, previous management and control, & compliance with treatment. Develops individual nutritional care plan based on comprehensive assessments incorporating nutritionally related social determinants of health.- Provides teaching to patients explaining the relationship between their nutritional intake and medical status. Evaluates patient comprehension and compliance to a care plan.- Records and documents care provided in the patients' electronic medical record{health history, assessment, interventions, and plans).- Involves patients in decision about their own health and encourages them to take action.- Provides patient education through individual and/or group sessions, using a variety of teaching aids/modalities.- Collaborates with physicians, residents and allied health professionals. Contributes to the education of family medicine residents/learners regarding the role of the dietitian and dietary issues facing patients and families.- Identifies and supports access to community, volunteer and professional food services and programs appropriate to the care needs of the patient.- Participates in the planning, development and evaluation of treatment, education, counseling and health promotion activities of the QFHT.- Prepares communication resources to inform/educate patients, for example newsletter and website updates, helpful tips in menu planning, etc.- Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of patient, staff and organization information.- Maintains and develops professional competence through ongoing professional development. Participates in the Quality Assurance Program of the College of Dietitians of Ontario. Participates in self-directed learning, interdisciplinary committees and clinical audits.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor of Science degree with specialty in Foods and Nutrition from a recognized University, with the completion of a dietetic internship- Registered Dietitian with the College of Dietitians of Ontario- Membership with Dietitians of Canada Association preferred- Minimum of 3 years experience in clinical dietetic counseling- Demonstrated proficiency in adult education and teaching- Experience in program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation preferred.SPECIAL SKILLS:- Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidenced-based methods and practices of primary care nutritional services with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention.- Excellent verbal and written communication and Interpersonal skills.- Ability to work both Independently and effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.- Ability to be flexible and creative in order to develop strategies to meet the needs of a diverse patient, family and provider population.- Proficient in the use of computers/technology (Word, Outlook, Internet) including prior experience and knowledge of electronic medical records.- Excellent organization, time management and priority setting skills.- Willingness to update knowledge and skills through various courses, workshops and conferences.DECISION MAKING:- Makes decisions regularly regarding patient care within the legal scope of practice of a Registered Dietitian.- Provides wellness care including nutritional screening activities, development and monitoring of treatment plans, and monitoring infant growth and nutrition.- Provides individual and group counseling, support and education.- Makes decisions and communicates with appropriate health team members to ensure transition of care.- Determines effective strategies for providing services, educational programs and support to patients, families, family medicine residents and students.## Employment Equity and Accessibility StatementThe University invites applications from all qualified individuals.