Clinical Dietitian

Clinical Dietitian – Vancouver Coastal Health Join to apply for the Clinical Dietitian role at Vancouver Coastal Health. The salary range for this position is CAD $40.75/Hr. – CAD $50.87/Hr. Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Registered Dietitian to support the team at Joseph and Rosalie Segal Family Health Centre at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH). Apply today to join our team Responsibilities Work in a team‑based environment and provide clinical dietetic services to patient care programs through the assessment, planning, implementation and outcome evaluation of nutritional goals and care plans. Provide recommendations based on assessment and treatment modalities regarding oral and/or enteral nutrition support regimes. Collaborate with members of the health care team and participate in practice‑based research projects. Education & Experience Current full registration as a Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Restricted Activities A and/or C, as required. Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle for business‑related purposes, as required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of clinical dietetic theory and practice within a patient and family centred model of care. Knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners established by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Knowledge of enteral nutrition. Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient care. Knowledge of research process and methodology. Demonstrated ability to assess patient responses to care plan, and to respond appropriately. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to communicate 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 facilitate patient/patient/group education classes. Demonstrated ability to plan and implement nutrition care plans in relation to patient/family priorities. Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with conflict situations. Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work. Demonstrated ability to problem‑solve and to 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 physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Demonstrated skill and ability to operate related equipment and techniques appropriate to clinical areas. Demonstrated ability to operate a computerized patient information system. The 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. 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. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world‑class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Benefits Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award‑winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments. We encourage applications from equity‑deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Only short‑listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. To apply, employees must submit an application online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub. External applicants may view the posting here: https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings. Seniority will not apply. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr