Dietician at The Good Samaritan Society

Status: Open

Dietician

Location: Vernon, BC

Closing Date: December 13, 2025

Competition #: VER.25.113

Employment Type: Part-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Location Good Samaritan Heron Grove
4900 20th St, Vernon, BC V1T 9W3
Employment Type Permanent Part Time 0.7 FTE
Hours of Work 0800-1615, HG LTC & SA HSV
Start Date December 15, 2025
Wages $40.75-$50.87/hour
Employee Group BC Handbook Para Medical

Reporting to the Site Manager, the Clinical Dietitian provides high quality nutrition support to Long Term Care/Complex Care residents. The Clinical Dietitian is primarily responsible for nutrition and dysphagia assessments, and development and maintenance of a nutrition care plan for residents, taking into account the resident’s needs and values while using the best evidence available to make decisions. The Clinical Dietitian advocates for residents to ensure they receive optimal nutrition and hydration care by providing education to residents, families and staff as needed while participating or initiating nutrition-focused quality improvement/assurance activities.

A university degree in Food and Nutrition including current, active registration with the Provincial College of Dietitians (Alberta or British Columbia). Restricted Activity A through the College of Dietitians of BC (BC Dietitians only). Additional training in dysphagia and strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel) are also required. Sound clinical nutrition knowledge and skills in areas relevant to eldercare. Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner. Health related work experience, primarily in the long-term care field is required.

Requirements:

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and Clearance Letter prior to the hire date.
• A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.