Dietitian I
Your Opportunity:
As the Dietitian I, your primary focus will be aiding individuals with diabetes in preventing or delaying diabetic nephropathy. As a vital interdisciplinary team member, you will conduct nutrition assessments and develop nutrition interventions and care plans in collaboration with clients to meet their nutrition goals. Severing as a liaison between Nutrition Services and Chronic Disease Management Programs, you will utilize nutrition counselling, behavioral change and health promotion strategies to achieve nutrition and health goals. You will collaborate with and support healthcare providers and key stakeholders to ensure consistent, accurate and evidence-based nutrition information is provided. If you are looking for a new adventure, the Town of Edson in Yellowhead County is an excellent place to call home. Just two hours away from Jasper National Park and several provincial parks, Edson offers endless opportunities for outdoor activities. The town has a vibrant and welcoming community where you can easily connect with like-minded individuals and build lasting friendships. The close-knit atmosphere fosters a sense of belonging and support, creating a comfortable and safe environment for families and professionals. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and dedicated team. Apply today to become a part of this exciting journey.
Description:
As a Dietitian I, you may provide nutrition expertise to patients (clients, residents) in various AHS facilities and community settings to achieve nutrition and health outcomes. You may be responsible for nutrition assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of nutrition care plans. You may plan and provide public health nutrition services and education programs to promote healthy living and disease prevention for clients/groups in facilities or community settings. Nutrition education is provided to students and other healthcare professionals to support delivery of evidence based nutrition information.
- Classification: Dietitian I
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Edson Health Care Centre
- Primary Location: Edson Healthcare Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.70
- Posting End Date: 02-AUG-2024
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 13-AUG-2024
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 7
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $39.48
- Maximum Salary: $52.50
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Bachelor of Science with a major in Foods and Nutrition. Completion of an internship program or practicum training program accredited by the Dietitians of Canada. Active or eligible for registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta (CDA).
Additional Required Qualifications:Driver's license and reliable vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications:The successful candidate will demonstrate a Patient First philosophy; be comfortable working across the spectrum of care and be able to support both adult and pediatric patients and have excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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