Dietitian, Primary Care

Vancouver Coastal Health•Richmond, BC

5d•CA$43 - CA$54•Hybrid

About The Position

Within the context of a team-based model of care and in collaboration with the Primary Care Provider (Family Physician or Nurse Practitioner) and other members of the PCN Interdisciplinary team, the Primary Care Dietitian provides nutrition care through health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, support and rehabilitation to enable clients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes. Develops and maintains partnerships with the Primary Care Provider in accordance with the local PCN care delivery model as co-designed by the PCN Partners (local Division of Family Practice, VCH Community of Care and First Nations Partners). The Dietitian cares for clients who are in need of nutrition advice and support related to but not limited to chronic disease, weight management, gastro-intestinal, malnutrition, food allergies and healthy lifestyle management. By assessing clients, the Dietitian assists the client in setting goals and supporting their nutritional and health well-being through the provision of individual and/or group counselling. In collaboration with the client and interdisciplinary team, the Dietitian provides continuity of care by liaising with team members, coordinating ongoing care (internal and external), supporting transitions and navigating services. Practices in accordance with established standards of professional practice as outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) as well as within VCH vision and values, policies, standards, and decision support tools.

Requirements

Current full registration as a Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
Restricted Activities A &/or C may be required and will be listed on the posting.
Two (2) years’ recent related clinical experience in community nutrition or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid B.C. Driver’s license and access to a vehicle for business-related purposes.
Knowledge of nutrition theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
Knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners established by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
Knowledge of the determinants of health and health promotion and chronic disease management principles and practices.
Knowledge of enteral nutrition.
Working knowledge of community health agencies and available community resources.
Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based model of care.
Demonstrated ability to independently plan, organize and prioritize work.
Demonstrated ability to provide effective service in a variety of community settings and with diverse populations.
Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized documentation system.
Working knowledge of research and quality improvement process and methodology.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

Provides nutrition care through health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, support and rehabilitation to enable clients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes.
Develops and maintains partnerships with the Primary Care Provider in accordance with the local PCN care delivery model.
Assesses clients and assists them in setting goals and supporting their nutritional and health well-being through individual and/or group counselling.
Provides continuity of care by liaising with team members, coordinating ongoing care (internal and external), supporting transitions and navigating services.
Practices in accordance with established standards of professional practice as outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) as well as within VCH vision and values, policies, standards, and decision support tools.
Conducts relevant assessments per established standards of practice.
Assesses client responses to care plan, and responds appropriately.
Plans, delivers, and evaluates health education for individuals and groups.
Teaches, provides effective consultation, and empowers clients to assume control over their health.
Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with clients, caregiver(s), co-workers, and community partners.
Recognizes when referral to another health care professional is required.
Supports seamless transition in care.
Adjusts to new or unexpected events, problem-solves, sets priorities, and deals with conflict.
Works in a team-based model of care.
Independently plans, organizes, and prioritizes work.
Provides effective service in a variety of community settings and with diverse populations.
Promotes Indigenous Cultural Safety.
Effectively uses a computerized documentation system.
Applies working knowledge of research and quality improvement process and methodology.