Clinical Dietitian | Long-term Care

Interior Health Authority


Date: 15 hours ago
City: Vernon, BC
Salary: CA$40.75 - CA$50.87 per hour
Contract type: Full time
We have a relief (temporary) part-time (0.80 FTE) Clinical Dietitian opening in Vernon, Enderby and Armstrong, B.C. This position is expected to run until July 2026 or the return of the current incumbent. This position works Tuesday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00. The primary work location is the Polson Long-term Care facility in Vernon. This position also supports residents located at the Pleasant Valley Manor in Armstrong, and Parkview Place in Enderby, and so driving is a requirement of this role. Restricted Acts A and C are preferred.

What we offer:

We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

  • Competitive salary with recognition of previous experience
  • Relocation assistance for eligible positions
  • Reimbursement for eligible registration fees
  • Vacation starting at 4 weeks
  • Employer-paid benefits and services for you, and your eligible dependents
  • Employer-matched contributions to our defined benefit pension plan
  • Employer-paid education and development opportunities
  • Consistent schedule and stability of a Unionized role

About the position:

The Dietitian is a member of a multidisciplinary health care team and provides nutrition care and support to individuals, patients, residents and groups according to established policies, standards and procedures. Utilizing clinical techniques and knowledge, the Dietitian provides nutrition services through: nutrition assessment; care planning and charting; intervention, goal setting and monitoring; counseling and education programs; consults and communicates with the multidisciplinary care teams; acts as a resource to other health professionals and communities within Interior Health. The Dietitian provides input to the Professional Practice Leader by participating in the development of nutrition practice guidelines and procedures; research and continuous quality improvement initiatives for the facility and program. The Dietitian liaises and advises food service staff on patient/resident care issues and menu development.

About us:

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.



About this location:

The Vernon area is a haven for the outdoor enthusiast with ready access to mountains, lakes, rivers and provincial parks. Summer activities include hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, scuba diving, sailing, water skiing and fishing. Winter pursuits include alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dogsledding and ice fishing. Located 22 km to the northeast of Vernon is Silver Star Mountain Resort, a world-class ski destination with 108 runs

Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics. Successful completion of an accredited hospital based dietetic internship program (or equivalent acceptable to the facility).
Full registration as a Registered Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
One year of clinical nutrition experience in a health care environment preferred.
Valid BC Driver’s License.

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