Upper River Valley Dietitian 1 (DT01) PCN 1150212

Horizon Health Network; River Valley; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Health Network is seeking an Upper River Valley Dietitian 1 (DT01) in the New Brunswick area. The position is a permanent full-time role within Clinical Nutrition with a 1.0 FTE and a day schedule (8:00 am–4:00 pm, Monday–Friday).

English language requirement is essential; travel to serve clients may be required. Anticipated start is November 6, 2026, with posted details including a competitive hourly salary range of 36.1698 to 47.4467 CAD per hour and application closes November 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be registered and in good standing with the NB Association.
• Willing to participate in continuing education/certification within orientation timeframe.
• Minimum 1 year recent experience would be an asset depending on department.
• Ability to travel for client appointments and community meetings using own transportation.
• Ability to attend work regularly and fulfill duties.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical history, symptoms, medications, labs and anthropometric data.
• Establish nutrition care plan and coordinate care with the team.
• Document assessments, interventions and communications with care team.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and community assessments.
• Prepare and present information and education sessions.
• Provide mentoring and support for students.
• Participate in developing and evaluating policies and procedures.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Flexibility

Interpersonal Relations

Mentoring and Coaching

Planning and Prioritizing Work

Teamwork and Collaboration

Education

Registered Dietitian (NB Association)

Job description

Upper River Valley Dietitian 1 (DT01) PCN 1150212

Location: Upper River Valley area (Horizon), _Dietitian - Upper River Valley Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time

Competition #: 168500 External

Posted: October 19, 2026

Closes: November 1, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: November 6, 2026

Location: Clinical Nutrition

Job Classification: Dietitian 1 (DT01)

Job Classification Type: SHCP

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

FTE: 1

Schedule: Day, Monday to Friday with hours of work being 8:00 am to 4:00pm, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 36.1698 to 47.4467 per hour

JOB PURPOSE

Working in collaboration with hospital teams, community services and other system partners, the Dietitian is responsible for managing the nutritional care of patients or clients. This is professional dietetics practice in either clinical nutrition, community nutrition needs or food service operations towards the attainment, maintenance, and promotion of the health of individuals, groups, and the community

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Dietitians.
• Willing to participate in continuing education/certification programs as outlined during orientation and onboarding within a defined timeframe.
• Minimum 1 year recent and direct experience (within last 5 years) would be an asset depending on the department.
• Ability to travel for client appointments and community meeting using own transportation for those working in Public Health.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Dietitian is responsible for:

• Review patient medical history, symptoms, medications, laboratory tests, anthropometric data (BMI, height, ideal or standard body weight).
• Establish a nutrition care plan, coordinate care and provide behaviour modification and counselling techniques.
• Document assessments, interventions, treatment plans and communication with care team.
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning or community assessments
• Preparing and presenting information and education sessions
• Providing mentoring and support for students
• Participating in developing, maintaining and evaluating policies and procedures

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK

• Analytical Thinking
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal Relations
• Mentoring and Coaching
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Teamwork and Collaboration

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.