Job Description

Job Number: J0123-0028

Job Title: Registered Dietitian, Diabetes Educator - Adult Diabetes Education Centre (ADEC)

Department: Diabetes Education Centre

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Job Category: Support Services

Open Positions: 1

Date Posted: January 5, 2023

Closing Date: January 11, 2023

Salary: $35.44 - $45.18/Hour


Hours of Work:
All Shifts

Orillia Soldiers\xe2\x80\x99 Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.

People have always been OSMH\xe2\x80\x99s greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals\xe2\x80\x99 contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.
Position Summary As a member of the multi disciplinary team at the Adult Diabetes Education Centre (ADEC) the Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) Registered Dietitian (RD) will provide nutrition and diabetes education for the prevention and management of diabetes, as per current practice guidelines. The CDE Dietitian will assist patients in creating goals for self-management and developing an effective, individualized self-management education plan. Using research based diabetes information and with the support of the multidisciplinary team, the CDE Dietitian will facilitate group programs and individual session. The CDE Dietitian will collaborate and communicate with physicians to evaluate patient progress and needs and will work with the team and independently in providing a holistic approach to patient care.
Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario (CDO) required.
• Current Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) status preferred.
• Valid drivers\xe2\x80\x99 license required.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office software applications and excellent keyboarding skills are required.
• Previous experience working as a CDE with demonstrated leadership, program planning and networking skills preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years clinical experience required.
• Expertise using adult teaching and learning strategies in developing/delivering adult group education required.
• Experience in assisting individuals with pre-diabetes, type 1, type 2, impaired glucose tolerance of pregnancy (IGTP), gestational diabetes and pregnancy with Type 1 or type 2 diabetes drawing from expertise in self-management strategies including, Multiple Daily Insulin Injections (MDI), insulin self-adjustment and Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion (CSII).
• Successful completion of the OSMH insulin adjustment competency requirements within six (6) month of hire is required.
• Membership in the Diabetes Educators Section of the Canadian Diabetes Association considered an asset.
• Experience with delivering education using Ontario Telemedicine Network an asset.
• Ability to respond to demanding and time pressured situations with willingness to flex work schedule. Potential for occasional weekend work.
• Must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs in order to transport education tools, laptop, LDC projector etc.
• Must demonstrate a proven commitment to professional development and ongoing education.
• The successful candidate will have strong communication, decision making, critical thinking, assessment and interpersonal skills, the ability to organize and prioritize effectively and an excellent attendance record.

Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.
Accomodation in the Workplace Orillia Soldiers\xe2\x80\x99 Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.
Health & Safety Responsibilities OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH\xe2\x80\x99s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital\'s Occupational Health and Safety department.
OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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