Clinical Dietitian

Job summary

Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop and implement patient-centred care plans, and monitor and evaluate nutrition outcomes using the Nutrition Care Process. Manage therapeutic diets and enteral or parenteral nutrition, educate patients, document care, and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Job details

Clinical Dietician, Nutrition and Rehabilitation BC Cancer [Location], BC As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021. The Clinical Dietician performs clinical, education, community development and research activities in keeping with the evidence-based practice of Oncology Nutrition. What You’ll Do Using the Nutrition Care Process framework, carry out comprehensive nutrition assessments, identify appropriate nutrition diagnoses, develop and implement patient-centred nutrition intervention and monitor and evaluate nutrition care plans. Utilize and incorporate clinical tools, such as screening and assessment tools, according to program standards. Implement and review therapeutic diet orders. Design, compound, dispense and monitor therapeutic diets where nutrition is administered through enteral or parenteral means. Instruct patients on how to administer enteral feeds. Provide guidance to Diet Technicians as required. Document care plans and reassessment in patient's medical record to meet program standards. Collaborate with other members of the health care team on matters relating to the nutritional care of patients. What You Bring Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition, or equivalent, from an approved University and an accredited dietetic internship. One (1) year of experience in clinical dietetics, with oncology experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to BC Cancer. Registrant in the College of Dietitians of BC. Preferably Restricted Activities A, C You Are Able To Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of staff and the public. Establish and maintain effective working relationships in an interprofessional team with centre staff, patients, and the public and external health professionals. Physically carry out the duties of the position. Perform CPR techniques. What we bring IF CASUAL: remove ‘Enjoy’ and ‘Annual stat’ bullets Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home. Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position). Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more. Job Type: (e.g., full-time, part-time, regular, casual) Wage: $33.13 to $41.43 per hour Location: (include postal code) Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Hours of Work: (if available) Requisition # (if available) What We Do BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia. BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment. 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What you’ll do

Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop and implement patient-centred care plans, and monitor and evaluate nutrition outcomes using the Nutrition Care Process. Manage therapeutic diets and enteral or parenteral nutrition, educate patients, document care, and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition or equivalent from an approved university, an accredited dietetic internship, and registration with the College of Dietitians of BC. Requires one year of clinical dietetics experience, with oncology experience preferred, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Benefits

• Municipal Pension Plan • Psychological Health and Safety Programs • Wellness Resources • Professional Development Opportunities • Training Programs • Vacation Entitlement • Fitness Classes • Recreational Program Discounts • Travel Discounts • Technology Discounts • Car and Bike Sharing

Listed skills

• CPR · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Interprofessional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical Nutrition Assessment
• Nutrition Diagnosis
• Nutrition Care Planning
• Nutrition Intervention
• Oncology Nutrition
• Therapeutic Diet Management
• Enteral Nutrition
• Parenteral Nutrition
• Patient Education
• Clinical Documentation
• Interprofessional Collaboration
• Diet Technician Guidance
• Communication
• CPR

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research