Registered Dietitian (2x Temporary 1.0 FTE)

Job Description

We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), the Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT) will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process to applicants with disabilities. HFHT offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by HFHT regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation. If you require disability-related accommodations, please inform the recruiting staff.

The Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT) welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. Hamilton Family Health Team is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the HFHT. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Employee Value Proposition

Registered Dietitians (2x Temporary 1.0 FTE)

• Full Time
• Hamilton
• Posted 4 weeks ago
• 75,678.44 – 81,800 (pro-rated to FTE) CDN / Year

HFHT

Together, we do amazing things every day.

Imagine a supportive employer, a career that fits your lifestyle, and many learning opportunities. With the Hamilton Family Health Team, you can have all of that, and more. We work hard to create an innovative and diverse workplace that values the contributions of our employees. No matter what your role, working with us is about making a difference – every day

Your Opportunity:

As a HFHT Dietitian, you will be completing individual nutrition assessments, developing nutrition care plans and providing nutrition counselling for the management of conditions commonly seen in family practice including diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal disorders, disordered eating, bariatric care and other medical needs. You must have the proven ability to work effectively with patients, physicians and other health professionals in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment. Experience in group facilitation, motivational interviewing and additional languages are considered assets.

The Hamilton Family Health Team is seeking 2 Registered Dietitians for a 1.0 FTE Temporary Full-Time position. The Hamilton Family Health Team is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease management and prevention identifying nutrition problems, assessing nutritional status of patients, developing nutrition care plans and evaluate and monitoring effectiveness of nutrition interventions
• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments identifying stages of change, socio-economic and cultural factors impacting health behaviours
• Utilize appropriate counselling techniques including motivational interviewing and cognitive behavior therapy.
• Communicate nutrition care plans and debrief with primary care team members as needed
• Ensure ongoing nutritional care by maintaining complete and accurate client records, assessment notes and required correspondence, and by monitoring client progress on a regular basis.
• Safeguard client records and assures confidentiality of client information.
• Identify opportunities for quality improvement for nutrition services and interdisciplinary work.
• Work together within RD group to create resources to enhance patient access to timely, evidence-based primary care nutrition.
• Facilitate/co-facilitate groups with other staff of the FHT.
• Assist in the education of staff, students, volunteers and peer support workers and supervision of internship placements.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development activities and maintaining license to practice.
• Comply with all relevant HFHT policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 4-year Bachelor of Science or Applied Science degree, majoring in Nutritional Sciences or Human Nutrition (or equivalent); completion of Dietitians of Canada accredited Dietetic Internship program or combined Master's and Dietetic Internship program
• Good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and possess professional liability insurance.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) and Second language are an asset
  
  Minimum 2-3 years in a community based or clinical health service organization.
• Ability to provide medical nutrition therapy for a wide variety of issues commonly seen in family practice
• A good understanding of nutrition interventions for chronic disease management and evidence-based nutrition best practices
• Excellent interpersonal, nutrition counseling, and group facilitation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time-management, documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary health care team, provide nutrition leadership and maintain excellent working relationships
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters
• Ability and interest in precepting dietetic interns and Master students
• Familiarity with requirements of the College of Dietitians of Ontario, Regulated Health Professional Act 1991, Scope of Practice per The Dietetics Act 1991 and privacy legislation
• High level of competency with computers and information technology
• Respects and values the diversity of communities and individuals

The ideal RD candidate is an intuitive, adaptable, self-directed health professional with a passion for their work and a strong commitment to providing and improving team-based patient care.

Why join the HFHT?

Competitive Employee Value Proposition including, but not limited to:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension (HOOPP)

• Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision & critical Illness insurance

• Meaningful, purpose-based work

• 12 paid Stat holidays and one (1) extra float day

• Flexible work schedule

• Ongoing green initiatives

Summary

Classification: Non-Union

Primary Location: Hamilton

Employee Class: Temporary Full-Time 1.0 FTE x3

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Salary: $75,678.44 – 81,800 (pro-rated to FTE)

This posting is for existing vacancies.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants please submit résumé and cover letter as one document using naming convention

Last name, First name_Position via email:

Note:

If successful in receiving a job offer with the Hamilton Family Health Team, new hires will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date as a condition of their employment. If successful candidates are unable to get their COVID-19 vaccination as a result of a medical exemption, they will be required to submit supporting documentation to determine if they are exempt from this requirement.

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