Dietitian Degree

Saskatchewan Health Authority · Kamsack

Position #: 9007370

Expected Start Date: To be determined - Posted Until Filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Kamsack District Hospital & Nursing Home

City/Town: Kamsack

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Hours of Work: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Dietitian - Degree $36.171 to $44.230

Travel Required: Yes

Human Resources Exemption: No

Description

Reporting to the manager, the Dietitian - Degree provides medical nutrition therapy which includes screening, assessment, developing, and implementing evidence-based care plans, counselling, direction on nutrition supports, and other needed nutrition interventions for patients/residents/clients. The Dietitian - Degree will work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team to create a patient/resident/client and family centered environment conducive to the provision of quality care.

Experience

Experience in the field of community dietetics is an asset

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

Licenses

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

Organizational skills
Time management skills
Analytical skills
Decision Making skills
Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to concentrate within a dynamic work environment
Basic knowledge of quality improvement
Knowledge in learning and teaching principles
Self motivated with the ability to work independently
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to conduct client assessments and engage in effective treatment planning
Knowledge of health promotion models & strategies
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
Ability to develop, evaluate and modify programming provided to clients
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Knowledge in community development
Ability to provide group education and support in area of nutrition and diet
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships

Other Information

Registered/eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan College of Dietitians
Registered/eligible for registration with the Dietitians of Canada (DC)

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Reporting to the manager, the Dietitian - Degree provides medical nutrition therapy which includes screening, assessment, developing, and implementing evidence-based care plans, counselling, direction on nutrition supports, and other needed nutrition interventions for patients/residents/clients. The Dietitian - Degree will work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team to create a patient/resident/client and family centered environment conducive to the provision of quality care.

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