Dietitian I

This position aims to support two of the specialty clinics at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre (RDRHC) including the Bariatric Specialty Clinic and Gastrointestinal (GI) Clinic (focus on cirrhosis). These are busy clinics with a dedicated team of health professionals. The dietitian will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to assess, educate, and provide support to clients. This position will report to the Nutrition Services manager and will work collaboratively within the clinic policies and processes. The bariatric clinic provides support to clients undergoing surgical management for obesity. The GI clinic provides support to clients with inflammatory bowel disease and/or liver disease. Group and individual care will be provided in person, over the phone or via virtual methods such as zoom.

As a Dietitian I, you may provide nutrition expertise to patients, clients and residents in a variety of health care and community settings to support positive nutrition and health outcomes. You may be responsible for the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of nutrition care plans. You may plan and deliver public health nutrition services and education programs that promote healthy living and disease prevention for individuals and groups in facility and community settings. You will also provide nutrition education to students and other health care professionals to support the delivery of evidence based nutrition information.

Bachelor of Science with a major in Foods and Nutrition. Completion of an internship program or practicum training program accredited by Dietitians of Canada. Active or eligibility for registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta (CDA).

The Incumbent must be a member in good standing, or eligible for membership, with the College of Dietitians of Alberta. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and time management skills and have a high degree of initiative.

Experience working with clients in promoting and supporting behavior change is also desirable. Knowledge regarding the nutrition management of obesity and common co-morbidities is preferred as well as knowledge of GI conditions such as cirrhosis. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in an outpatient setting is preferred.