Registered Dietitian Maternal and Child

Humber River Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 119,430,000 - 152,668,000; Part time

Job summary

Humber River Health in Toronto is seeking a Casual Registered Dietitian to join the Maternal & Child team at the Wilson Site. Reporting to the Manager of Paediatrics & NICU, the role is a Day position with variable caseload in neonatal and paediatric nutrition.

The successful candidate will have paediatric nutrition expertise, NICU experience, and strong communication skills to support in- and out-patient care, education programs, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Food and Nutrition.
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Completion of an internship program and member (or eligibility to become a member) of the Dietitians of Canada.
• 1–2 years clinical experience preferred.
• Minimum two years’ experience in Paediatric Nutrition required.
• Experience in a Level II or III NICU environment.
• Excellent knowledge of Paediatric nutrition principles and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Completing nutrition assessment and developing/implementing a nutrition care plan for neonatal patients requiring enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Completing nutritional assessments and developing/implementing a nutrition care plan for failure to thrive, feeding, behavioral eating disorders, obesity and other nutrition related conditions in an in- and outpatient setting.
• Assessing, teaching and counselling in-patient and out-patient Obstetrical clients.
• Participating in the development, selection, planning and execution of educational programs.
• Liaising with members of the health care team to meet specialized needs of nutritionally-compromised Neonatal and Paediatric patients.
• Providing appropriate assessment and treatment of referred paediatric patients/clients within the Maternal and Child program.
• Clinical supervision of clinical nutrition students/interns.

Skills

Paediatric nutrition

Neonatal care

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Food and Nutrition

Current registration with College of Dietitians of Ontario

Internship & Dietitians of Canada eligibility

Job description

Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.
Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers.
Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time.
These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families.
This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Casual Registered Dietitian to join our Maternal & Child team.

Reporting Relationship:

Manager, Paediatrics & NICU

Hours of Work:

Days

Hiring Salary Range:

$41.68 - $53.28

Employee Group:

OPSEU 590

Location:

Wilson Site

Responsibilities:

• Completing nutrition assessment and developing/implementing a nutrition care plan for neonatal patients requiring enteral and parenteral nutrition
• Completing nutritional assessments and developing/implementing a nutrition care plan for failure to thrive, feeding, behavioral eating disorders, obesity and other nutrition related conditions in an in and outpatient setting
• Assessing, teaching and counselling in-patient and out patient Obstetrical clients.
• Participating in the development, selection, planning and execution of educational programs
• Liaising with members of the health care team, internally and externally, to meet specialized needs of the nutritionally-compromised Neonatal and Paediatric patients
• Providing appropriate assessment and treatment of referred paediatric patients/clients within the Maternal and Child program.
• Clinical supervision of clinical nutrition students/interns.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Food and Nutrition.
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Completion of an internship program and a member (or eligibility to become a member) of the Dietitians of Canada.
• 1-2 years clinical experience is preferred.
• A minimum of two years’ experience in Paediatric Nutrition required.
• Experience in a Level II or III NICU environment
• Excellent knowledge of Paediatric principles and trends in Paediatric clinical nutrition and gastroenterology.
• Excellent knowledge of clinical nutrition principles and evidence based nutrition practice
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to encourage, support and motivate patients and/or their families from a multi-cultural community.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Experience in enteral and parenteral nutrition support required
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to cultivate and maintain mutually supportive working relationships with other members of the health care team
• Computer skills
• A positive attendance and discipline record
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. We are proud to have been recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to staff, physician and volunteer engagement. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.

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