Registered Dietitian Consultant (12 months Contract)

Extendicare • Markham, ON

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the National Director, Nutritional Care and Culinary Services, the Registered Dietitian Consultant will work closely with operational leaders in Long-Term Care (LTC) Homes and Retirement communities across the Residential Care Division to promote clinical and operational excellence. During this 8-month contract, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to focus on improving interprofessional clinical practices and quality outcomes through education, training, safety issue mitigation, and quality improvement initiatives informed by data analysis. The consultant will also collaborate with the Corporate Quality & Risk team and other departments to develop and implement care standards, best practices, and continuous learning opportunities, ensuring high-quality care and exceptional resident experiences. This position could be located in Ontario, Alberta or Manitoba.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Dietetics (with internship) or a Master’s in Dietetics; a Master’s in a related field is preferred.
• Member in good standing with a provincial regulatory college.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience, preferably in LTC Homes or Retirement Communities.
• Proficiency in quality improvement methodologies, project coordination, and change management.
• Skilled in data analysis and applying legislative, regulatory, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, consensus-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Commitment to relationship-centered care and service excellence.
• Ability to travel regularly within the assigned province (80% of the role) and occasionally across Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Health Information Systems (e.g., PointClickCare) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement nutrition standards of care aligned with best practices, professional regulations, and relevant legislation.
• Support resident safety processes, including chart audits, staff interviews, root cause analyses, risk trend assessments, and action plan implementation.
• Design and deliver interprofessional education and training to optimize nutrition and food service practices.
• Foster a culture of continuous quality improvement by sharing best practices and providing guidance.
• Train and mentor staff and leaders on policies, standard operating procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Use adult education techniques to meet diverse learning needs and promote knowledge exchange.
• Encourage a just safety culture by fostering psychological safety and non-punitive learning.
• Identify and co-develop quality improvement initiatives focused on food and nutrition services.
• Lead the implementation of quality projects aligned with strategic priorities.
• Mentor staff and leaders to promote a culture of performance excellence.
• Monitor quality, safety, and risk management practices to ensure adherence to frameworks.
• Provide operational guidance on enhancing the dining experience, including menu planning, product evaluation, and cost optimization.
• Support accreditation, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance processes.
• Share performance data to drive informed decision-making.

Benefits

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level