Registered Dietitian

Department: Clinical Nutrition

Position Number: 50056340

Hours of Work: Casual Position; Day Shift

Rate of Pay: $42.95-$54.78

Union: OPSEU4106 Non-Central

Location: Kingston General Hospital Site

DESCRIPTION:

The Dietitian is responsible for provision of nutritional care of the Bariatric, Gastroenterology, and Chronic Pain Clinics patients’, including consultation, assessment and education. The Dietitian promotes and fosters a culture in which the staff manages patients with understanding and compassion. Responsible for participation in departmental, hospital and educational activities, which are supportive of professional and corporate objectives. Adheres to professional obligations as required by the College of Dietitians of Ontario. The Dietitian is responsible for delivery of care consistent with the vision and values of the hospital and the standards of relevant professional organizations.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

- Interviews referred or identified patients, evaluate nutritional status, interpret lab and medical data, develop, implement and evaluate the outcome of the appropriate nutrition therapy.
- Identifies patients requiring nutrition intervention by interpreting and evaluating nutrition and health status and making appropriate recommendations (enteral and parenteral nutrition support, need for vitamin/mineral supplementation or restriction, changes in medication).
- Develops and maintains updated nutrition care plan, counsels and educates patients/ clients individually or in groups. Liaises with outside agencies/organizations for appropriate nutritional monitoring.
- Provides recommendations into overall patient care to maximize treatment and health outcomes, (e.g., drug-nutrient interactions, surgical implications in feeding, and education of patients on self-management, (e.g., medications related to food).
- Refer patients to other health care professionals and make recommendations to consult other medical specialties.
- Maintains appropriate documentation related to all patients under his/her care.
- Acts as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team in designated clinics and medical services.
- Develops, reviews, updates,



implements and evaluates educational material and programs for patients and family members
- Participates as a member of the health care team as a consultant and advocates for nutrition of all patients through multidisciplinary rounds, family conferences and program development meetings.
- Provides educational experience and in-service education in clinical nutrition to, physicians, nursing and other health care professionals.
- Maintains nutritional expertise, quality of care, professional knowledge and skills outlined within the Code of Ethics of the College of Dietitians of Ontario, the Canadian Dietetic Associations and standards of care for the profession.
- Integrates clinical practice guidelines and evidence-based care and treatment in the nutritional care of patients/clients.
- Participates in ongoing research projects within the clinical area.
- Maintains a high standard of personal competence through continuing education and on going critical evaluation of qualified experience.
- Compiles workload statistics on a daily and monthly basis.
- Participates on committees and activities of national and provincial professional associations.

Note: A complete job description is available in People Services on Watkins 4

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- Baccalaureate degree in Food and Nutrition.
- Completion of a Dietitians of Canada (DC) approved dietetic internship, or approved DC equivalent.
- College of Dietitians of Ontario, Dietitians of Canada Association.
- Experience in clinical nutrition.
- Commitment to provide a positive patient experience with adequate support and positive patient outcomes.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Commitment to standards of excellence and accountability




- Good working knowledge of relevant legislation including:
- Personal Health Information Protection Act,
- Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA)
- Public Hospitals Act
- Copyright legislation
- Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal, communication, and organization skills.
- Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload.
- Proven good attendance record

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The applicant must be able to meet the physical demands of this position.

KHSC is located on the ancestral lands and waters of the Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee and serves a wider geographical area that encompasses many Indigenous communities including Tyendinaga, Katarokwi, as well as communities within the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. As we partner in care, discovery, and learning to achieve better health outcomes for our communities, KHSC is committed to actively advocating for and acting upon the Truth and Reconciliation Committee’s Calls to Action on Health.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at KHSC. KHSC is committed to recruitment practices that support and contribute to building a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace in compliance with legislation such as the Employment Standards Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We welcome all applications from women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, persons in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and members of other equity deserving groups.

Kingston Health Sciences Centre may use artificial intelligence systems to assess and screen applicants. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with KHSC policies and applicable employment legislation.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for next steps will be contacted. Kingston Health Sciences Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please notify the Recruitment Team.

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