Dietitian

Scarborough Health Network•Granbury, TX

7d•$39 - $51

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager of Nutrition, you will work as an active member of our interdisciplinary team. You will be responsible for providing quality nutrition care and education to outpatients with Diabetes. In addition, you will be required to contribute to program planning, implementation and evaluation in an interdisciplinary team concept. You will practice according to the current Standards of Practice of the College of Dietitians of Ontario, and the Policies and Procedures of the Nutrition Department and the Scarborough Health Network.

Requirements

Member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario (CDO)
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
1-2 years recent experience as a Registered Dietitian with experience in Diabetes
Demonstrated knowledge of clinical/nutrition guidelines appropriate for those with Diabetes
Demonstrated ability to plan programs and develop educational materials to support nutrition education
Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and judgement when relating to patients, families, co- workers and members of the interdisciplinary team
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team and independently
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of people
Demonstrated ability to organize workload and establish priorities effectively
Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to exercise independent judgement and to assess situations and problems efficiently and effectively
Motivated self-directed learner, who takes initiative and seeks learning opportunities to enhance patient care and professional competence.
Demonstrated commitment to the philosophy of patient centered care
Demonstrates values consistent with SHN's Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
Excellent work performance and attendance

Nice To Haves

Experience working with people from various ethno-cultural backgrounds
Knowledge of Epic computer system, Excel and internet
Ability to speak another language

Responsibilities

Providing a specialty-based focus, functioning in a dietitian role demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill to formulate clinical decisions and appropriately care for outpatients with Diabetes
Conducting screenings and client assessments to identify the need for nutrition interventions
Providing education and counseling for patients and their families
Acting as a resource to members of the inter-professional health care team
Completing required documentation, including client charting, workload statistics, and quality assurance activities
Attending client care rounds and educational sessions
Participating in the design, implementation and evaluation of continuous quality initiatives

Benefits

Defined Benefit pension plan through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
Comprehensive insured benefits package including health and dental benefits
New Graduate Initiative
Enroute Program
Critical Care Sponsorship Program
Employee Discount and Incentive Programs
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), along with other comprehensive wellness offerings, including our Spiritual Care team of registered psychotherapists for spiritual, religious or emotional care; mental health supports; and on-site wellness rounding
Recognition events
Leadership Development and Learning Programs
Tuition Assistance Program