Overview
This position reports to the Manager of Professional Practice and will support outpatient Oncology and Renal. This position may have additional responsibilities of assisting with other areas as required. The successful candidate will be accountable to providing advanced nutritional management of oncology patients as well as renal patients in accordance with the principles of person-centered care within an ambulatory setting. The ideal candidate is interested in specializing in oncology /renal care and working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team in fast-paced, ambulatory clinical settings. They will be passionate about developing and conducting education programs for patients, physicians, nurses, and other health care team members/departments, and/or the public. The Registered Dietitian will be an expert in medical nutrition therapy, and will have specialized in the nutrition care of adult patients. The successful candidate will participate in the advancement of patient care through professional, program-based and organizational committees, quality initiatives, and interprofessional rounds. The candidate will also participate in the education of dietetic and other students as applicable. Cross coverage to inpatient areas of internal medicine, stroke, surgery, respirology, complex continuing care, and transitional care as required. The primary area of assignment is subject to change based on operational/departmental needs.
Education
- University Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition or recognized equivalent required.
- Registration in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario required.
- Successful completion of dietetic internship program accredited by EQUAL required.
- Membership with the Dietitians of Canada preferred.
Qualifications
- Experience (3 years) assessing, implementing and managing nutrition care plans, including enteral nutrition and therapeutic diets required
- One year of independent clinical practice with oncology and/or renal patients preferred
- Outpatient nutrition experience preferred
- Proficiency in nutritional assessment and care
- Demonstrated ability to provide collaboration and consultation with inter-professional team and community resources.
- Demonstrated knowledge in person-centred care approach and principles
- Demonstrated ability to apply adult learning principles to patient and family education
- Demonstrated ability to deliver education to various groups including other health professionals, students, patients/ families, colleagues and community agencies.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work effectively in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work effectively as a member of the interprofessional team
- Experience providing patient/family education and counselling
- Demonstrated initiative, innovative thinking, teamwork and ability to effectively prioritize work
- Demonstrated application of evidence-based practice
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development- Computer skills (Microsoft applications).
- Good work and attendance record required.
- All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
- All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
- All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.
Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.
This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate.
MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.
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