Dietitian - Health Disciplines, FTT (J1126-0160)

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.

What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.

North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.

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Position Summary

Dietitian
The Registered Dietitian is a member of the North York General inter-professional health care team. Your goal in this position is to provide safe, effective and ethical care for patients and their families. You will be responsible for nutritional care for patients in accordance with the standards of dietetic practice established by the College of Dietitians of Ontario, Dietitians of Canada and by the hospitals’ Clinical Nutrition Services. You are able to work independently as well as collaboratively within an inter-professional health care team. You are self-directed, organized and flexible to adapt to the demands of a constantly changing patient case load. You demonstrate leadership, organizational and time management skills. You are able to maintain client records and workload data in accordance with program, hospital and college standards. You have excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. You also demonstrate critical thinking skills and problem solving skills. This position supports the hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, volunteers and families.

On a practical level, you will

• Provide client-centered assessments of emotional, physical, cognitive and social needs and capabilities of patients as well as their families
• Prepare nutritional care plans that meet patient needs in collaboration with the inter-professional teams
• Document written assessments and progress notes on patient health records; monitor, reassess and evaluate for optimal outcomes, which are communicated to other health care team members, as required
• Recommend and interpret therapeutic diet prescriptions in line with best practice guidelines
• Advocate for the patient/family and community to ensure the patients’ rights are recognized and appropriate services are created/provided in collaboration with the inter professional team
• Formulate and facilitate the discharge plan with patient, family, and health care team utilizing appropriate community resources; recognizing current needs, strengths, and limitations of patient and family resources
• Participate in medical team meetings and inter-professional rounds, and acting as a liaison and resource person for all staff.
• Counsel individuals and groups in normal and therapeutic nutrition
• Support the education program for dietetic students by precepting clinical rotations and evaluating them according to the ICDEP competencies
• Maintain excellent knowledge of hospital & community resources, i.e., Home and Community Care Support Services, Social Assistance, Ontario Disability program, Drug Programs, etc.
• Promote best practice and evidenced-based care through the implementation of initiatives aligned with the organization’s strategic direction. Support in the development of program/unit goals, objectives, policies, procedures and quality assurance programs
• Participate in continuing education activities for self, peers and members of the inter-professional health care team
• Attend and actively participate in Clinical Nutrition Professional Advisory Committee meetings and provide Clinical Nutrition representation on corporate/unit committees, as required

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a 4-year degree in human nutrition and dietetics from a university program accredited by the Partnership for Dietetic Education and Practice (PDEP) or recognized equivalent
• Successful completion of an accredited dietetic internship or equivalent supervised practical training
• Member in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Membership with Dietitians of Canada preferred
• Current teaching experience and counseling background
• Current experience with electronic documentation along with computer proficiency
• Bilingualism in French/English an asset

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full-Time Temporary position with 8 hour shifts, Days shifts in the General site.We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca
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How to Apply

Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:

• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.