Dietitian, Primary Care

Vancouver Coastal Health • Richmond, BC

2d • CA$43 - CA$54 • Onsite

About The Position

Seymour Health Shellbridge Clinic provides team-based, comprehensive longitudinal primary care services to patients in the area. Our communal goal is to attach, ensure access and provide comprehensive medical care to patients living in the local community. We have exciting opportunities for medical staff and health care professionals to join our Family Health Clinic team. Be part of a team-based model, working together with physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, social workers, dietitians, and medical office assistants, pharmacists, community support liaison workers, practice coaches to provide quality patient care.

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 conduct relevant assessments per established standards of practice.
• Demonstrated ability to assess /client responses to care plan, and to respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to plan/deliver/evaluate health education for individuals and groups.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, provide effective consultation and empower s/clients to assume control over their health.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationship with clients, caregiver(s), co-workers and community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize when referral to another health care professional is required.
• Demonstrated ability to support seamless transition in 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.
• 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.
• Assists the client in setting goals and supporting their nutritional and health well-being through the provision of 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed