Registered Dietitian (J0221-1220)
EMPLOYER
Cornwall Community Hospital
DEADLINE
February 26, 2021
LOCATION
Cornwall, ON, Canada
JOB TYPE
Other
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Posting Number:
J0221-1220
Job Title:
Registered Dietitian
Job Category:
Support Services
Unit:
Dialysis
Job Type:
Casual
Open Positions:
2
City, Province, Country:
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Date Posted:
February 19, 2021
Available Shifts:
Scheduled all shifts as required
Closing Date:
February 26, 2021
Salary:
$34.47 - $43.91/Hour
Union:
OPSEU
As part of the Cornwall Community Hospital you uphold the mission, vision and ICARE values in order to create a safe environment for patients/clients, families, staff, physicians and volunteers, recognizing 'Patient Safety' and our hospital's 'Senior Friendly Strategies' as a top priority in creating a culture of safety and 'The Workplace of Choice'. Cornwall Hospital is committed to providing an accessible work environment. Accommodation are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment/selection process.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Director of Chronic Disease Management, you will work as an active member of our interdisciplinary team. You will be responsible for providing quality nutritional care and education to patients in the Hemodialysis Unit – a Satellite of The Ottawa Hospital Hemodialysis Program. In addition, you will be required to contribute to program planning, implementation and evaluation in an interdisciplinary team concept. You will practice in accordance with the Policies and Procedures of the Hospital and the current Standards of Practice of the College of Dietitians of Ontario. Other duties as required, as well as embody a culture of caregiver inclusion in the patient’s plan of care.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB
- Baccalaureate of Science or Nutrition related discipline from a University of recognized standing
- Completed postgraduate Dietetic Internship or integrated training recognized by Dietitians of Canada
- Member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario AND Dietitians of Canada
- Demonstrated participation in continuing educations programs, seminars or other related activities to maintain and enhance knowledge
- Advanced knowledge of medical terminology
- Excellent knowledge of therapeutic nutrition and education
- Ability to supervise/lead/coach/mentor
- Demonstrated regular, punctual attendance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills & interpersonal skills
- Sound judgement and problem solving skills
- Knowledge of quality improvement
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
- Functional level in both official languages (oral and written in English; oral in French) – and testing completed
Assets:
- Certified Diabetes Educator
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience
- Special training or interest in developing teaching and counselling skills (CDA Standards)
- Experience in nephrology and outpatient counselling preferred
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