Registered Dietitian, Family Medical Teaching Unit

Humber River Health•Toronto, ON

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Humber River Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to work collaboratively in Primary Care as part of an Inter-professional team. The selected candidate will operate in the full scope of dietetic practice, with a diverse caseload across the lifespan and a focus on chronic disease management and prevention in a primary care setting. As a member of the health care team, the Registered Dietitian is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, care coordination, and evaluation of patients referred to the Registered Dietitian. This includes developing individualized nutritional care plans and providing nutritional counseling based on comprehensive needs assessments. Humber River Health is North America’s first fully digital hospital, committed to changing healthcare through technology and clinical expertise. They serve a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto and are affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University, aiming to become a community academic hospital.

Requirements

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Food and Nutrition required
Must be a member in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
Completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship program and a member (or eligibility to become a member) of the Dietitians of Canada
Experience in program development and evaluation required
Excellent knowledge of clinical nutrition principles and evidence based nutrition practice across the lifespan (i.e., neonates to elderly) with or without chronic disease management
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to encourage, support and motivate patients and/or their families from a multi-cultural community
Excellent presentation skills. with experience applying principles of adult education and the ability to teach in an individual or group setting
Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to cultivate and maintain mutually supportive working relationships with other members of the health care team
Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to set priorities and work effectively in a fast paced environment
Excellent attendance and a discipline free record required

Nice To Haves

2 years clinical experience is preferred
Certification as Diabetic Educator is preferred
Experience teaching group classes both online and in-person is strongly preferred, with a required background in applying principles of adult education in ambulatory care and the ability to teach in individual or group settings
Knowledge of community resources and experience in community outreach preferred
Proficiency in a second language used in the community served would be an asset
An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

Incorporate nutritional components in the management of chronic diseases such as, but not limited to hypertension, obesity, diabetes, dyslipidemia, and heart failure
Participate as a clinical team member in the development and delivery of targeted programs including but not limited to palliative care, cancer care, case management, chronic disease, mental health and addictions, reproductive and child health
Development of patient-focused health maintenance plans while utilizing a holistic and inter-disciplinary approach
Assess patient nutritional status by gaining an understanding of food habits or preferences (socio-economic, psychological and cultural background) and clinical/biochemical profile
Monitors patient progress on a regular basis and provide the needed supports to facilitate treatment and meet individual nutrition goals
Promotes behaviour change related to food choices, eating habits, and food preparation methods to optimize health, while supporting clients in making positive, independent decisions about their diet and nutrition
Develops and maintain programs, workshops, and educational resources tailored to identified nutrition issues, while also updating resources for both patients and providers.
Documents all patient care activities in the patient’s electronic health record
Shares assessment results and intervention outcomes with referring physicians and other team clinicians within the specified timeframe, while evaluating and documenting individual patient care outcomes in collaboration with other team members
Coordinates appropriate diagnostic tests and procedures as per RD scope of practice, and/or in consultation with Physicians. residents, and Nurse Practitioners
Applies self-management coaching and other strategies to support the development of informed, activated patients, while helping them identify and utilize appropriate health resources
Collects data as required for statistical/reporting purposes
Provides timely and informative reports as directed and requested by the Manager
Facilitates referrals to other services as well as communication and networking between the primary care practice and hospital or home care
Assists in the training and supervision of students and/or volunteers as requested by the Manager
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Manager
Participates in Famiy Health Team rounds and presentations with other team members

Benefits

Greater Toronto’s Top Employers recognition
Evidence-based leadership
Culture that consistently wows with unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement
Member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN)
Deeply involved in research and academic collaboration
Dedicated to high-quality patient care
Values of compassion, professionalism, and respect
Commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace
Fosters a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute
Welcomes applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups
Compliance with Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
Accommodations available throughout the recruitment process