Job Description

Your Opportunity:

As a HFHT Dietitian, you will be completing individual nutrition assessments, developing nutrition care plans and providing nutrition counselling for the management of conditions commonly seen in family practice including diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal disorders, disordered eating, bariatric care and other medical needs. You must have the proven ability to work effectively with patients, physicians and other health professionals in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment. Experience in group facilitation, motivational interviewing and additional languages are considered assets.

The Hamilton Family Health Team is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a 0.6 FTE (24 hours a week). The Hamilton Family Health Team is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Roles and Responsibilities

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Provide medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease management and prevention identifying nutrition problems, assessing nutritional status of patients, developing nutrition care plans and evaluate and monitoring effectiveness of nutrition interventions Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments identifying stages of change, socio-economic and cultural factors impacting health behaviours Utilize appropriate counselling techniques including motivational interviewing and cognitive behavior therapy. Communicate nutrition care plans and debrief with primary care team members as needed Ensure ongoing nutritional care by maintaining complete and accurate client records, assessment notes and required correspondence, and by monitoring client progress on a regular basis. Safeguard client records and assures confidentiality of client information. Identify opportunities for quality improvement for nutrition services and interdisciplinary work. Work together within RD group to create resources to enhance patient access to timely, evidence-based primary care nutrition. Facilitate/co-facilitate groups with other staff of the FHT. Assist in the education of staff, students, volunteers and peer support workers and supervision of internship placements. Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development activities and maintaining license to practice. Comply with all relevant HFHT policies, procedures, and protocols. Other duties as required.

If so, we are looking for a future colleague who has...

4-year Bachelor of Science or Applied Science degree, majoring in Nutritional Sciences or Human Nutrition (or equivalent); completion of Dietitians of Canada accredited Dietetic Internship program or combined Master's and Dietetic Internship program Good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and possess professional liability insurance. Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) and Second language are an asset Minimum 2-3 years in a community based or clinical health service organization. Ability to provide medical nutrition therapy for a wide variety of issues commonly seen in family practice A good understanding of nutrition interventions for chronic disease management and evidence-based nutrition best practices Excellent interpersonal, nutrition counseling, and group facilitation skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent time-management, documentation and organizational skills Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary health care team, provide nutrition leadership and maintain excellent working relationships Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters Ability and interest in precepting dietetic interns and Master students Familiarity with requirements of the College of Dietitians of Ontario, Regulated Health Professional Act 1991, Scope of Practice per The Dietetics Act 1991 and privacy legislation High level of competency with computers and information technology Respects and values the diversity of communities and individuals The ideal RD candidate is an intuitive, adaptable, self-directed health professional with a passion for their work and a strong commitment to providing and improving team-based patient care. Proof of Covid 19 immunization and Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening

Why Join the HFHT?

Competitive Employee Value Proposition including, but not limited to:

Healthcare of Ontario Pension (HOOPP) Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision & critical Illness insurance Meaningful, purpose-based work 13 paid Stat holidays and one (1) extra float day Flexible work schedule Ongoing green initiatives

Summary:

Classification:

Non-union

Schedule:

Monday-Friday

Employee Class:

Part-time (0.6 FTE)

Date Available:

ASAP

Salary:

$75,678.44 - $81,800 (pro-rated to FTE)

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants please submit resume and cover letter as one document using naming convention:
Last name, First name_Position by email:

hr@hamiltonfht.ca

Note:

If successful in receiving a job offer with the Hamilton Family Health Team, new hires may be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date as a condition of their employment. If successful candidates are unable to get their COVID-19 vaccination as a result of a medical exemption, they may be required to submit supporting documentation to establish that they are exempt from this requirement.

We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The HFHT is committed to building a respectful, caring, equitable, and inclusive workplace where staff reflect the diversity of the communities that we serve. As such, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals including all equity-deserving groups. In addition, we are committed to accessibility and creating a barrier free hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005). Accommodation is available upon request at any point in the selection process by notifying the recruitment staff.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 24 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Hamilton, ON L8R 2K8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you comfortable with the salary range for this role? (please note this will be pro-rated to FTE as it is a part-time 0.6 FTE role)
Work Location: In person