Clinical Dietician

Clinical Dietician

The Renfrew Victoria Hospital (RVH) is a 55-bed, fully accredited facility located 45 minutes west of Ottawa, serving a catchment area of over 60,000.  Part of the Renfrew and Area Health Village, RVH provides medical, surgical and complex continuing care as well as extensive ambulatory care with over 30,000 emergency and clinic visits per year.

As a result of internal movement at RVH, we are hiring a permanent, full-time Dietitian to join our team. This role will focus on our nephrology and dialysis patients and inpatients.

Duties will include:

• Assess, plan, coordinate, implement and monitor the nutrition care for inpatients and outpatients of our nephrology program (patients requiring haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis) who require assessment
• Provide education and counselling to patients and families on nutrition care plans
• Liaise with outside agencies for appropriate nutritional monitoring upon discharge
• Develop and update nutrition information materials and teaching aids
• Maintain and update records of patients seen in our electronic medical records (EPIC)
• Recommend enteral feedings or supplements as necessary

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics with completion of an accredited dietetic internship program
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Eligible for membership with the Dietitians of Canada
• Experience with nephrology and diabetes patients is an asset
• Diabetic Educator certification is preferred
• Ability to perform duties within the physical demands of the work area

Perks:

• An on-site modern gym open 24/7
• Outstanding staff recognition, appreciation, and wellness activities
• An education fund to further your education and certifications

We are people who provide excellent care for patients and their families, who support each other and our teams, keep each other safe, and are committed to our reputation as a model of excellence in healthcare. We are very proud of our high retention of staff and are continuously grateful for the amazing support of our community.

Everyone is welcome.

RVH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce that comprises individuals who have an array of identities, abilities, backgrounds, cultures, skills, perspectives, and experiences that are representative of our current and evolving population. We are passionate about fostering a workplace where all people feel welcome, can reach their full potential, and contribute their unique perspectives and experiences to the success of the team.

Compliance with RVH vaccination policy and a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police check are required. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. RVH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact human resources at 613-432-4851.