Clinical Dietitian

OverviewJoin to apply for the Clinical Dietitian role at Vancouver Coastal Health.Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Registered Dietitian to support the team at qathet General Hospital in Powell River, BC. Apply today to join our team.The salary range for this position is CAD $40.75/Hr. - CAD $50.87/Hr.As a Clinical Dietitian with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:Work in a team-based environment and provide clinical dietetic services to patient care programs through the assessment, planning, implementing and outcome evaluation of nutritional goals and care plans.Collaborate with members of the health care team and participate in practice-based research projects. Education & ExperienceCurrent full registration as a Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) and registration with Restricted Activities A and C.Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle for business related purposes as required. Knowledge & AbilitiesGeneral knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.Broad knowledge of clinical dietetic theory and practice within a patient and family centred model of care.Broad knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners established by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).Broad knowledge of enteral and parenteral nutrition.Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient care.Broad knowledge of research process and methodology.Demonstrated ability to assess patient responses to care plan, and to respond appropriately.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with (both verbally and in writing), and to deal effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care professionals, patients and their families, and external agencies.Demonstrated ability to plan and implement nutrition care plans in relation to patient/family priorities.Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with conflict situations and adjust to new or unexpected events.Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, problem-solve, and think critically.Demonstrated ability to teach and provide effective consultation.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others as a member of the interdisciplinary team.Demonstrated skill and ability to operate related equipment and techniques appropriate to clinical areas.Demonstrated ability to operate a computerized patient information system.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Work DetailsThe hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health?Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension planGrow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesWellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate familiesAward-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteersAccess to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr