Clinical Dietitian

Position Summary
We are seeking a Permanent Full Time Clinical Dietitian at South Okanagan General Hospital in Oliver, BC.
This position encompasses acute care, home health and Chronic disease management within Oliver and Osoyoos. The Clinical Dietitian works Monday to Friday from 08:00-16:00. Restricted Activity A is required for this position to design, compound or dispense therapeutic diets where nutrition is administered through enteral means.

What we offer:

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Defined-benefit Pension Plan
• Work-life balance

What will you work on?

Utilizing clinical techniques and knowledge, the Clinical Dietitian provides nutrition services through: nutrition assessment; care planning and charting; intervention, goal setting and monitoring; counseling and education programs; consults and communicates with the multidisciplinary care teams; acts as a resource to other health professionals and communities within Interior Health.

The Clinical Dietitian provides input to the Professional Practice Leader or designate by participating in the development of nutrition practice guidelines and procedures; research and continuous quality improvement initiatives for the facility and program.

The Clinical Dietitian liaises and advises food service staff on patient/client/resident care issues and menu development.

Where are we located?

Surrounded by picturesque orchards, forests, vineyards and mountains, Oliver is an ideal location for outdoor recreational pursuits. Given the abundance of lakes in the area, water sports, including water-skiing, windsurfing, canoeing and fishing are very popular. Other activities include cycling, hiking, wildlife viewing and horseback riding.

Qualfications
• Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics.
• Successful completion of an accredited hospital based dietetic internship program (or equivalent acceptable to the facility).
• Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC) [formerly College of Dietitian of British Columbia (CDBC)].
• One year of clinical nutrition experience in a health care environment preferred.
• Valid BC Driver’s License.
• Restricted Activity A required