Registered Dietitian
Top Benefits
About the role
Employment Status: Full Time
Department: Clinical Nutrition
Union: OPSEU - Paramedical
End Date: Aug 29, 2025
Job Code: 19007
✓ Pension
POSITION: Registered Dietitian
UNIT: Clinical Nutrition
STATUS: Full-Time
SALARY: $41.68 - $53.28
At STEGH, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and improving the health of our community. Our Hospital is a dynamic environment where teamwork and compassion are at the forefront of everything we do.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
The Clinical Nutrition Program is an inpatient program that reports to the Manager, Clinical Nutrition. The Registered Dietitian will provide comprehensive nutritional assessment, reassessment, and development of appropriate nutritional care plans, counselling, and education to patients, both adult and pediatric. The Clinical Nutrition Program is an inpatient program.
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:
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Successful completion of a Bachelor of Science degree program major in Nutrition or recognized equivalent
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Registration (in good standing) with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
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Two (2) years’ recent experience as a Registered Dietitian required with preference given to those who possess acute hospital experience
-
Experience in nutrition support (EN & PN), renal disease, diabetes and nutrition through the life cycle (including pediatrics)
-
Knowledge of food preparation and food allergies
-
Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written as well as organizational, problem-solving and time management skills
-
Possess confidence and ability to work independently and be self-directed while being a member of the inter-professional team
-
Ability to read, write and communicate professionally and courteously in English
-
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
-
Physical ability to carry out the essential duties of the position
-
Ability to regularly attend work in accordance with the Attendance Support Program
-
Acceptable performance record that is aligned with STEGH values and Code of Conduct
WHAT WE PREFER YOU TO HAVE:
-
Diabetes Educator certificate
-
Familiarity with computerized nutrition and food systems
HOURS:
The successful candidate must be available to work on all tours applicable to the department. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department and be able to commit to the non-availability standards outlined in the Collective Agreement.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
-
Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
-
Full Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan
-
Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits
-
Training and development opportunities
-
Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker
-
Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions, and much more!
-
Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym
-
An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse, and talented workplace
-
Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard
Ready to Join the Team? Apply today!
About St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital (STEGH) is an award winning 179-bed facility dedicated to providing an excellent patient care experience for every patient, every time. STEGH provides comprehensive 24-hour coverage in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Anesthesia, Emergency, Mental Health and Family Medicine. As a fully accredited hospital, we are proud to serve the city of St Thomas and all eight municipalities within the County of Elgin.
More than 1,000 professionals work at STEGH, including over 200 credentialed Professional Staff who provide in-hospital care ensuring that we provide the highest quality of care to each and every patient that walks through our doors. Patient and staff safety is a major priority and fostering this safety culture is integrated in all that we do. We pride ourselves on being a diverse and equal opportunity employer, committed to the well-being of our employees. We continuously invest in ways to enhance work/life balance and improve accessibility.
Our range of hospital services include, emergency medicine, mental health (in-patient and out-patient), a surgical program, cardio respiratory services, sleep studies, palliative care, chemotherapy, diagnostic imaging, education programs, pediatrics, obstetrics, and much more.
The Hospital participates in the Southwestern Ontario Medical Education Network as a community hospital training centre for residents in OB/Gyn, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Surgery, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Hospitalists, Anesthesiology, and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Registered Dietitian
Top Benefits
About the role
Employment Status: Full Time
Department: Clinical Nutrition
Union: OPSEU - Paramedical
End Date: Aug 29, 2025
Job Code: 19007
✓ Pension
POSITION: Registered Dietitian
UNIT: Clinical Nutrition
STATUS: Full-Time
SALARY: $41.68 - $53.28
At STEGH, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and improving the health of our community. Our Hospital is a dynamic environment where teamwork and compassion are at the forefront of everything we do.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
The Clinical Nutrition Program is an inpatient program that reports to the Manager, Clinical Nutrition. The Registered Dietitian will provide comprehensive nutritional assessment, reassessment, and development of appropriate nutritional care plans, counselling, and education to patients, both adult and pediatric. The Clinical Nutrition Program is an inpatient program.
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:
-
Successful completion of a Bachelor of Science degree program major in Nutrition or recognized equivalent
-
Registration (in good standing) with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
-
Two (2) years’ recent experience as a Registered Dietitian required with preference given to those who possess acute hospital experience
-
Experience in nutrition support (EN & PN), renal disease, diabetes and nutrition through the life cycle (including pediatrics)
-
Knowledge of food preparation and food allergies
-
Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written as well as organizational, problem-solving and time management skills
-
Possess confidence and ability to work independently and be self-directed while being a member of the inter-professional team
-
Ability to read, write and communicate professionally and courteously in English
-
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
-
Physical ability to carry out the essential duties of the position
-
Ability to regularly attend work in accordance with the Attendance Support Program
-
Acceptable performance record that is aligned with STEGH values and Code of Conduct
WHAT WE PREFER YOU TO HAVE:
-
Diabetes Educator certificate
-
Familiarity with computerized nutrition and food systems
HOURS:
The successful candidate must be available to work on all tours applicable to the department. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department and be able to commit to the non-availability standards outlined in the Collective Agreement.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
-
Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
-
Full Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan
-
Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits
-
Training and development opportunities
-
Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker
-
Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions, and much more!
-
Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym
-
An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse, and talented workplace
-
Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard
Ready to Join the Team? Apply today!
About St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital (STEGH) is an award winning 179-bed facility dedicated to providing an excellent patient care experience for every patient, every time. STEGH provides comprehensive 24-hour coverage in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Anesthesia, Emergency, Mental Health and Family Medicine. As a fully accredited hospital, we are proud to serve the city of St Thomas and all eight municipalities within the County of Elgin.
More than 1,000 professionals work at STEGH, including over 200 credentialed Professional Staff who provide in-hospital care ensuring that we provide the highest quality of care to each and every patient that walks through our doors. Patient and staff safety is a major priority and fostering this safety culture is integrated in all that we do. We pride ourselves on being a diverse and equal opportunity employer, committed to the well-being of our employees. We continuously invest in ways to enhance work/life balance and improve accessibility.
Our range of hospital services include, emergency medicine, mental health (in-patient and out-patient), a surgical program, cardio respiratory services, sleep studies, palliative care, chemotherapy, diagnostic imaging, education programs, pediatrics, obstetrics, and much more.
The Hospital participates in the Southwestern Ontario Medical Education Network as a community hospital training centre for residents in OB/Gyn, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Surgery, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Hospitalists, Anesthesiology, and Maxillofacial Surgery.