Dietitian

Join Northeastern Ontario’s Health Care Leaders!

A dynamic and growing health care environment awaits you in Sudbury, Ontario. Surrounded by provincial parks and with 330 lakes, Greater Sudbury has over 165,000 residents and is a rich mix of urban, suburban, rural and wilderness environments that offer something for everyone. Just a one hour flight or four-hour drive north of Toronto, here you will experience the balance of a supportive and challenging career environment and a comfortable and affordable lifestyle, right in the heart of Northern Ontario’s largest city.

Health Sciences North (HSN) is seeking an innovative individual for the position of Dietitian to assess patient’s complex nutrition needs and participate in the development, implementations and evaluation of a comprehensive, interdisciplinary care plan.  The position will be specifically in the Diabetes Education program. The focus of the role will be providing individual and group appointments to patients living with diabetes and/or gestational diabetes within an interdisciplinary team.  The team includes Nurses, Social Worker, Pharmacist, Chiropodists, Physiotherapists, Nurse Practitioners, Endocrinologists and other Dietitians.  

The ideal candidate will be registered with the College of Dietitians of Ontario. We are looking for someone with a completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics as well as an accredited Dietetic Internship Program completion.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Community Care and Rehabilitation Program is a multi-faceted program focused on attaining the highest quality of life for individuals by maximizing abilities, maintaining or improving independence and assisting persons to compensate for functional limitations.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, you are encouraged to view the full job description on the HSN Careers Website.

HSN INCENTIVES

We offer a competitive salary and vacation, extended health and dental benefits, and relocation allowance to assist with moving expenses. In addition, there may be additional monetary incentives available upon hire.

We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our valued employees the security and peace of mind that comes with a defined benefit pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well-being and believe that a strong pension, like HOOPP, recognizes our employees and provides a stable foundation for their future as part of the overall compensation package. HOOPP is also a multi-employer pension plan, meaning it can be transferred between many organizations in the province  Join us and start building a future you can look forward to. For every dollar an employee contributes to HOOPP, the employer (HSN) contributes $1.26, meaning the plan is 55% funded by the employer, and 45% funded by the employee. All employees are eligible to join immediately upon hire.

Purpose:

Assess patient’s complex nutrition needs and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive, interdisciplinary care plan. Provide therapeutic nutritional instruction while coordinating multiple dietary restrictions. Promote self-care management of diabetes and co-morbidities.  

Education and Training:

• Proven registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario is essential
• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and an accredited Dietetic Internship Program is essential
• Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required

Experience:

• Experience with patients with diabetes and its co-morbidities
• Experience in an outpatient setting
• Experience in individual and group counseling

Knowledge/ Skills/Ability:

• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Suite Software, i.e Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with Meditech i.e. EMR, Patient Care System (electronic documentation), Community Wide Scheduling
• Demonstrated ability to manage nutritional issues affecting patients with diabetes is essential

Personal Suitability:

• Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of an Interprofessional team, as well as being able to work independently and prioritize workload is essential
• Clear criminal record check is required
• Valid Driver’s license, access to a vehicle and ability to travel throughout Greater Sudbury to provide outreach
• Willingness to provide diabetes focused visits including hypertension management  (including blood pressure testing) and diabetes foot screening (including foot exams)

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
 

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.