Job Description

Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph's Health Centre and St. Michael's Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Join our Hemodialysis team as we work to put patients and families at the centre of everything we do, in the role of Registered Dietitian at our In-centre hemodialysis department.


As a member of the hemodialysis program, the Registered Dietitian plays a vital role in supporting patients with chronic kidney disease through evidence-based nutrition interventions. This includes managing fluid and electrolyte balance, monitoring nutritional status, and providing tailored education to patients and families to optimize dialysis outcomes and overall health. The RD collaborates closely with nephrologists, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and other allied health professionals to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary role of a Registered Dietitian is to provide evidence-based, high quality nutrition care unique to individuals as part of their medical treatment to improve or maintain health. This includes determining the appropriate route and composition of nutrition support, and formulation, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition care plans based on a comprehensive nutrition assessment. In addition, Registered Dietitians at Unity Health Toronto:


Work effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient care Contribute to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff and members of the academic and professional community Identify and address educational needs for patients and their families Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development in order to continue to provide optimal patient care Are committed to and participates in ongoing quality improvement and/or research in the organization Provide patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standards Are committed to providing anti oppressive and accessible care for all patients

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be currently licensed by and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario (CDO) for practice in all applicable clinical areas Must hold a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition (or equivalent) Completion of an accredited post-graduate internship or practicum training program in Nutrition (i.e. PMDip, Masters) Current BLS (or willingness to complete within probationary period) Experience Registered Dietitian Hemodialysis Unit is preferred Excellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills as relates to patient care Demonstrated advocacy, commitment to and involvement with profession preferred (e.g. involvement with professional association, representation on relevant committees)
Potential candidates who do not meet all preferred qualifications are still encouraged to apply.



Must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends as directed by the Program.


Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.