Registered Dietitian (Adults) - Strategic Solutions and Partnerships

VHA Home HealthCare

$80K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Member in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
  • Minimum 2 years clinical experience preferred.
  • Valid Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.
  • Compassionate and empathetic demeanor.
  • Self-driven with strong independent work skills.
  • Proficient in caseload management and electronic documentation.
  • Ability to provide virtual care.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed client reports for health professionals.
  • Develop plans and presentations for clients and caregivers.
  • Educate staff on healthy eating and nutrition.
  • Support interventions for diverse nutrition-related issues.
  • Assist patients in understanding their illnesses and dietary needs.
  • Promote safe client care through ongoing skill development.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits and pension plan for eligible employees.
  • Funding for education and professional development.
  • Robust orientation and ongoing training programs.
  • Access to mentorship and peer support.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
  • Employee and family assistance resources.
  • Wellness initiatives and resources.
  • Exclusive perks and discounts.
  • Engagement in staff and service provider events.
Full Job Description
VHA's Dietitian is responsible for assessing and providing consultation, recommendations of dietetic interventions to adults, geriatric and/or pediatric group of clients in their homes using evidence-based best practice. They will ensure coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with the client care team regarding plans and schedules for interventions, problem solve in collaboration with the client and care team to create opportunities for more independence and promote VHA’s core beliefs and values.   Key Areas of Accountability VHA's Dietitians have the following key areas of accountability, but not limited to: • Prepares client reports for health professionals to analyze for treatment. • Prepares plans and presentations for clients and their caregivers to provide thorough information on their diet as well as their goals. • Educates internal and external staff members about healthy eating and proper nutrition. • Supports the following areas of intervention: failure to thrive, dysphasia, feeding problems, enteral feeding, diabetes, cancer, GI disorders, weight management, and palliative care. • Helps patients coming to terms with their illness and advise about special and time-specific diets. • Supports safe client care through the development of knowledge and skills in accordance with our principles of continuous quality improvement. Required Qualifications: • Member in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario. • Minimum 2 years clinical experience (optimal) • Valid Driver’s License with access to a vehicle • Compassionate and empathetic • Self-driven with ability to work independently • Skilled in caseload management • Skilled at electronic documentation • Able to provide virtual care What makes VHA’s compensation unique? • Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees • Compensation for education and professional development • VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career • Mentorship and peer support • Career development opportunities • Employee and family assistance program • Wellness resources • Perks & discounts • Staff & service provider events

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