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Posted on October 15, 2024 by Employer details Nova Scotia Health Authority
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*Job Title: Dietitians - Throughout Eastern Nova Scotia (Signing Bonuses Available)* *Req ID: 188588* *Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout the Eastern Zone* *Department: Food and Nutrition Throughout Eastern Zone* *Type of Employment: Permanent and Assignments Opportunities Available* *Union: Healthcare* Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We?re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. *Recruitment Incentives* Successful candidates may be eligible for a $5.000 signing bonus and up to $5,000 of relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract. *About the Opportunity* The Dietitian is responsible and accountable to provide competent, safe, and ethical professional practice to the patient/client, family, and community. The Dietitian advises on diet and food and nutrition across all health sectors. This position is responsible for providing leadership in team efforts to support the nutritional health of the patient, including the prevention, detection, and treatment of malnutrition and medical nutrition therapy using the Nutrition Care Process. The Dietitian participates in the Dietetic Practicum and Internship program, including but not limited to preceptoring and mentoring Dietetic Students. The dietitian is accountable to employ an evidence informed approach to practice. As a member of the Nutrition and Food services, the Dietitian contributes to client care through collaboration with healthcare team providers, sharing nutrition expertise, ensuring quality and continuity of care, and supporting a range of healthcare services. These services are provided within a holistic, client centered framework in accordance with our mission, vision, values, and strategic direction. Positions are available in the following communities: *About You* We would love to hear from you if you have the following: ? Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition at a recognized University ? Completion of an approved Dietetic Internship required ? Current registration (or eligibility) with the Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists required ? Minimum one (1) year working experience as a dietitian preferred ? Inpatient clinical nutrition experience is an assets ? Competency in dysphagia management, enteral and parenteral nutrition ? Experience counselling patients ? Current WHMIS an asset ? Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office computer applications. ? Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills ? Ability to prioritize, problem solve, and work under pressure of time limitations ? Demonstrated participation in continuing education and upgrading of skills ? Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of the interprofessional healthcare team ? Competencies in other languages an asset Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all re- LocationSydney, NS
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$32.94 to $43.43HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Casual employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9487900754
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