Clinical Dietitian, Professional Practice and Pharmacy

Baycrest; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Clinical Dietitian to join their team. In this vital role, you will assess and monitor the nutritional needs of geriatric clients, working collaboratively with an interprofessional team to enhance patient care. Your expertise in nutrition assessments and interventions will play a crucial role in optimizing clients' health and quality of life. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this role is for you.

Benefits

Vacation Entitlement

Extended Health and Dental Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Current member of College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Experience in providing enteral nutrition is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document nutrition assessments for clients.
• Plan and implement nutrition interventions based on assessments.

Skills

Nutrition Assessment

Nutritional Education

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Research Interest

Education

Registered Dietitian

Experience in Complex Continuing Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Meditech

Specialized Nutrition Software

Job description

Baycrest Hospital has an opportunity for a

CLINICAL DIETITIAN

Professional Practice and Pharmacy

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Hourly Pay Rate: $41.68 – $53.28

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours

Hours of Work: 7.5 hrs/shift

Posting Number: 8927

Union: OPSEU 583

Date Posted: May 9, 2025

Closing Date: May 16, 2025

Job Summary:

Clinical Dietitians at Baycrest provide services to clients in the Baycrest Hospital. Working with the interprofessional team, Clinical Dietitians provide monitoring, assessment, and follow up for our geriatric population, according to the medical status and nutritional needs of each client, with the goal of optimizing nutritional status and quality of life.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform and document nutrition assessments.
• Plan, monitor, and implement nutrition interventions.
• Update client nutritional care plans and attending client care conferences.
• Provide nutritional education and counselling to clients, families, and staff.

Qualifications include but are not limited to:

• Current member of College of Dietitians of Ontario, in good standing.
• Experience working in a Complex Continuing Care Hospital Setting preferred.
• Experience in providing enteral nutrition required.
• Experience working as a member of an interprofessional team required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills including the ability to use Microsoft Office Software (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred.
• Meditech, as well as specialized nutrition related software knowledge preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively with clients, families and members of the interprofessional team.
• Knowledge of or an interest in research.

Additional Benefits:

• Vacation Entitlement
• Opportunity to enroll in Extended Health and Dental Benefit Plan.
• Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online through the Baycrest intranet. Failure to include your resume may affect your candidacy for this position. All communication related to this job posting will be sent to the email address used to submit your application.

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