Registered Dietitian CP - SMH SW & Nutrition
About the role
Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph's Health Centre and St. Michael's Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Join our team at St. Michael’s Hospital as we work to put patients and families at the center of everything we do, in the role of Inpatient Float Registered Dietitian with our Health Disciplines Resource Team (HDRT).
This role is a temporary (6 month) full-time weekday position that provides support for high priority coverage across St. Michael's Hospital inpatient units, including critical care. This position reports to the Manager, Collaborative Practice & Education for Health Disciplines Interprofessional Practice.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary role of a Registered Dietitian is to provide evidence-based, high quality nutrition care unique to individuals as part of their medical treatment to improve or maintain health. This includes determining the appropriate route and composition of nutrition support, and formulation, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition care plans based on a comprehensive nutrition assessment. In addition, Registered Dietitians at Unity Health Toronto:
Work effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient care
Contribute to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff and members of the academic and professional community
Identify and address educational needs for patients and their families
Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development in order to continue to provide optimal patient care
Are committed to and participates in ongoing quality improvement and/or research in the organization
Provide patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standards
Are committed to providing anti oppressive and accessible care for all patients
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be currently licensed by and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario (CDO) for practice in all applicable clinical areas
Must hold a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition (or equivalent)
Must have experience working in acute care settings and critical care competency
Completion of an accredited post-graduate internship or practicum training program in Nutrition (i.e. PMDip, Masters)
Current BLS (or willingness to complete within probationary period)
Excellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills as relates to patient care
Demonstrated advocacy, commitment to and involvement with profession preferred (e.g. involvement with professional association, representation on relevant committees)
Potential candidates who do not meet all preferred qualifications are still encouraged to apply.
Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.
About Unity Health Toronto
Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph’s Health Centre and St. Michael’s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education.
Registered Dietitian CP - SMH SW & Nutrition
About the role
Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph's Health Centre and St. Michael's Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Join our team at St. Michael’s Hospital as we work to put patients and families at the center of everything we do, in the role of Inpatient Float Registered Dietitian with our Health Disciplines Resource Team (HDRT).
This role is a temporary (6 month) full-time weekday position that provides support for high priority coverage across St. Michael's Hospital inpatient units, including critical care. This position reports to the Manager, Collaborative Practice & Education for Health Disciplines Interprofessional Practice.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary role of a Registered Dietitian is to provide evidence-based, high quality nutrition care unique to individuals as part of their medical treatment to improve or maintain health. This includes determining the appropriate route and composition of nutrition support, and formulation, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition care plans based on a comprehensive nutrition assessment. In addition, Registered Dietitians at Unity Health Toronto:
Work effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient care
Contribute to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff and members of the academic and professional community
Identify and address educational needs for patients and their families
Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development in order to continue to provide optimal patient care
Are committed to and participates in ongoing quality improvement and/or research in the organization
Provide patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standards
Are committed to providing anti oppressive and accessible care for all patients
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be currently licensed by and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario (CDO) for practice in all applicable clinical areas
Must hold a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition (or equivalent)
Must have experience working in acute care settings and critical care competency
Completion of an accredited post-graduate internship or practicum training program in Nutrition (i.e. PMDip, Masters)
Current BLS (or willingness to complete within probationary period)
Excellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills as relates to patient care
Demonstrated advocacy, commitment to and involvement with profession preferred (e.g. involvement with professional association, representation on relevant committees)
Potential candidates who do not meet all preferred qualifications are still encouraged to apply.
Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.
About Unity Health Toronto
Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph’s Health Centre and St. Michael’s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education.