Clinical Dietitian

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we are looking for:

As a member of the Adult Diabetes Education Clinic team, you will provide diabetes education to our patients in the inpatient and outpatient clinics in both group and individual settings. As a member of our inpatient clinical dietetics team, you will be responsible for the nutritional assessment, care plan implementation and evaluation for a variety of acute and subacute adult patient populations at Markham Stouffville Hospital’s Markham, Uxbridge and RCC sites. In this role, you will, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary health care team, be responsible for comprehensive assessment, care planning and nutritional education for patients and families with diabetes. You will practice in an environment where the emphasis is on a high standard of diabetes care, professional practice and patient experience.

You will co-ordinate your services with the other staff in the Clinic, which will require day and evening as well as potential travel to our satellite sites. In addition, you will participate in ongoing quality improvement and promotional activities, committees and the development of standards and policies as it relates to our Diabetes Program.

Your strong diabetes knowledge and counselling skills, coupled with well-developed analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills, will assist you in the provision of quality patient care.

What you bring to the role:

• Current membership in the College of Dietitians of Ontario, in good standing
• Certified Diabetes Educator designation required (or demonstrates strong knowledge in diabetes education & management and willingness to obtain CDE certification)
• Membership with Dietitians of Canada (DC), preferred
• CNSC designation is an asset
• Bilingualism in a South Asian dialect is an asset
• Certified Pump Trainer is an asset
• Demonstrated proficiency in diabetes pharmacotherapy management and education – including insulin and OHA adjustment
• A minimum of 2 years clinical experience in nutrition care support of adult patient population in an acute care setting
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice
• Excellent assessment, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication skills
• Computer skills are essential
• Demonstrated competency with EMR charting systems, CBORD, and associated computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interprofessional team
• Candidates must have own transportation and the flexibility to travel between Markham, Uxbridge, RCC and satellite clinics, as necessary
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule:

0.4FTE - Clinic hours during the week. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

OPCOM07 Range: $40.40 - $51.45

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and includes Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

COVID Statement: As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required).

Oak Valley Health diversity statement: Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly.