Responsibilities:
With a focus on supporting clients to improve their nutrition status and promote their rehabilitation, the Registered Dietitian will:
· Prepare comprehensive nutrition assessment reports based on client interview, physical assessment, review of accident/medical history and interdisciplinary reports and findings.
· Develop plans of care and engage clients and families in their homes and in the community to provide nutrition education and counselling.
· Work collaboratively with clients, families, caregivers and interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams. Teams may include, but are not limited to: case managers, physicians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, social workers, speech-language pathologists, rehabilitation support workers, personal support workers and legal representatives.
· Prepare and submit nutrition treatment plans to insurers.
· Schedule and manage appointments with clients.
· Develop and adapt educational materials and tools as needed.
· Perform regular, timely charting compliant with standards set out by the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
· Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
· Prepare monthly invoices for incurred time and expenses.
Requirements:
The Registered Dietitian must:
· Have a degree in food and nutrition, dietetics, nutritional science or human nutrition from an accredited university.
· Be a member in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
· Have current liability insurance compliant with the standards set out by the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
· Hold a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
· Have a personal computer, telephone and access to secure internet.
Qualifications:
To take on the role of Registered Dietitian, you must:
· Be passionate about your profession and committed to ongoing professional development.
· Have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in direct client care (experience working with clients with acquired or traumatic brain/orthopedic/spinal cord injuries is an asset).
· Possess excellent nutrition assessment skills and use sound clinical judgement.
· Demonstrate experience in development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of nutrition care plans.
· Have experience working effectively with culturally and economically diverse populations.
· Be self-directed with excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
· Thrive in an ever-changing environment with strong time management and organizational skills.
· Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Second language is an asset.
· Demonstrate personal and professional integrity.
· Be able and willing to work flexible hours.
· Be proficient with the use of a computer and software programs including Microsoft Word and Excel, email and internet.
Pay: $45.00-$70.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
