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Concordia University of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join their team in Calgary. The role involves individual consultations, group workshops, and collaborating with healthcare teams to promote health and well-being. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Foods and Nutrition, experience in patient care, and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, employer-paid benefits, and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

100% employer paid health, dental benefits

Professional development budget

Generous paid time off program

Employee family assistance program

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta.
• Minimum two years' experience in an outpatient or clinical setting preferred.
• Experience facilitating group programs in-person and virtually.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual nutrition assessments for patients ages 6 and up.
• Facilitate in-person and virtual group workshops for health-related topics.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager to improve patient care outcomes.

Skills

Patient-centered approach

Excellent communication skills

Nutrition assessment

Group facilitation

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Foods and Nutrition

Completion of a dietetic internship

Tools

EMR (TELUS CHR)

Microsoft Suite

Zoom

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Status: Full-time, Contract lasting one (1) year with the possibility of extension

Start date: Immediate opening available

Schedule: Standard business hours, one (1) evening a week required

Location: Primary Care Network Wellness Centre at #4000, 1800 194 Avenue SE; Calgary, AB

Hybrid eligible: Yes

Reports to: Program Manager

IT TAKES AN OUTSTANDING TEAM TO DELIVER EXCEPTIONAL CARE.

The South Calgary Primary Care Network (SCPCN) is looking for a Registered Dietitian that is passionate about primary care to join our caring and cohesive team of registered dietitians and registered nurses. The Community Wellness team offers a caring, respectful, and connected team environment that is committed to providing exceptional care through evidence-based practice.

Our mission is to build healthier communities in south Calgary through the evolution and transformation of primary care in collaboration with our wellness partners. Our culture is defined by 5 core values: Innovation, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Wellness. Our values provide a foundation on which we perform work and conduct ourselves.

People are proud and excited to work at SCPCN. We prioritize mutual respect and uphold genuine, positive, and consistent collaboration between all team members to support a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. We believe it is important that your practice makes a meaningful difference to the care of our diverse patient population.

We care about the well-being of our team members. We offer support relevant to the challenges you take on in your work. We understand the importance of offering flexibility in how, when and where you work by providing a hybrid work model that connects you at the office and when working from home.

We Support Your Professional Growth And Development. We Offer The Training You Need To Do Your Job Well And Support Your Career Goals. We Offer a Comprehensive Total Compensation Package With

• Competitive and equitable starting pay rate.
• 100% employer paid health, dental benefits, life, AD&D and disability coverage.
• Professional development budget (guideline of 2% of base pay).
• Flexible health spending account and personal spending account.
• Generous paid time off program.
• Employee family assistance program.
  
  

Position Summary

The Dietitian is part of an interprofessional team supporting community-based patients within our communities. The focus of the role is on health promotion, disease prevention and management through individual consultation for adult patients. The role is also a key member in our workshop program delivery as a group workshop facilitator.

What Does the Role Do?

Patient Care (Individual Nutrition Consultation)

• Conduct individual nutrition assessments for patients ages 6 and up.
• Provide nutrition interventions through education and counselling using a patient-centered approach for a variety of health-related concerns and chronic conditions.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and adjust nutrition care plans specific to patient needs and goals using an effective, safe, evidence-based approach.
• Complete and document the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) using Nutrition Care Process Terminology (NCPT) in an electronic medical record.
• Provide coordination of care by identifying and initiating cross-referral opportunities to programs within and outside of the SCPCN to meet patient needs, as required.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to referring physicians and/or team members in a timely manner to support seamless patient-centered care.
• Support program patient triage, as required.
  
  

Group Facilitation

• Facilitate and co-facilitate in person and virtual group workshops for a variety of health-related topics for adults of all learning styles, health literacy and skill levels.
• Manage conflicts or disagreements that may arise during the group workshops, as required.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members and complete community needs assessments to develop, facilitate, and evaluate group workshops.
• Provide educational sessions to physicians, community members, and other health team members, as required.
  
  

Generalduties

• Collaborate with the Program Manager and team and to identify and develop unique and innovative approaches to address diverse patient needs and maximize patient care outcomes.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for continuing education to maintain and develop skills.
• Support the orientation of new members and practicum students under the direction of the Program Manager.
• Actively participate in meetings, ongoing program development, statistics, evaluation, and quality improvement opportunities.
• Assist with implementation of new protocols.
• Act as a resource for other staff and practicum students, as appropriate.
  
  

Who Should Apply?

• Bachelor of Science degree with a focus in Foods and Nutrition from an accredited Canadian University, or equivalent.
• Completion of a dietetic internship from an accredited Canadian internship program, or equivalent.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta (CDA).
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in an outpatient, private practice or clinical setting preferred.
• Prior work experience in a primary care setting is considered an asset.
• Comprehensive knowledge of a broad range of health conditions, including obesity management, gastrointestinal disorders, disordered eating, eating disorders, type 2 diabetes, and heart health.
• Experience facilitating group programs both in-person and virtually; assisting with program development is an asset.
• Experience or training in motivational interviewing (MI), Health at Every Size (HAES), weight stigma, and trauma-informed-care knowledge and skills are considered an asset.
• CDE and/or CBE certifications are considered an asset.
• Craving Change facilitator training is considered an asset.
• BLS and/or standard first aid certification is considered an asset.
  
  

What Will Help You Succeed?

• Ability to use sound clinical judgement independently.
• Innovative, reliable, self-motivated, and self-directed with a demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to envision, communicate and implement services that meet the evolving needs of diverse patients within a collaborative team model.
• Excellent communication, team building, and interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
• Strong multi-tasking, prioritization, time management, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills with a solution focused orientation.
• Positive, professional attitude and leads by example.
• Proficient with computers and technology, including but not limited to Netcare, EMR (TELUS CHR), and Zoom.
• Familiar with SharePoint, Microsoft Suite, NCPT (nutrition care process terminology), and resource and reference search databases.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment, collaborative workspace/charting room.
• Weekday hours, 1 evening a week required; additional evening and/or weekend hours may be required.
• Hybrid eligible after completing probationary period.
• Valid driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle as minimal travel is required.
• Two supervisory references required.
• Criminal and vulnerable sector background check required.
  
  

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, simply apply online with your resume and cover letter.

We thank all candidates for applying, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Public Health

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