Nutrition Specialist Position in Nova Scotia Healthcare
4 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Nutrition Specialist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health Authority. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing expert nutrition advice and guidance to patients, clients, and communities across our province.
About the OpportunityThis is a permanent part-time position, working 60 hours biweekly, with the possibility of days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition, a Dietetic Internship Program, and current registration with the Nova Scotia Dietetic Association. Previous experience as a dietitian, particularly in inpatient clinical nutrition, is an asset.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership in team efforts to support the nutritional health of patients, clients, and communities through health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, support, and rehabilitation. They will also participate in the Integrated Dietetic Internship program and employ an evidence-informed approach to practice.
About YouWe are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, with a strong commitment to providing high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have experience counselling patients in an outpatient setting and be proficient in Microsoft Office computer applications.
Competencies in other languages, particularly French, are an asset. The successful candidate will be required to participate in continuing education and upgrading of skills to ensure they remain current in their practice. We offer a competitive salary of $32.94 - $43.43 per hour, with benefits including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Compensation and BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan. The successful candidate will be eligible for our benefits package, which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Why Work with UsNova Scotia Health Authority is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan. Our employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance, with opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
We are a dynamic and innovative organization, with a passion for delivering high-quality patient care. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for nutrition, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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