Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Modify / monitor meals in accordance with diets and changes in health status, as recommended and monitored by the Clinical Dietitian or physician.
- Provide, review and reinforce diet instruction.
- Conduct audits to ensure accuracy of diet orders, preference lists, and trays. Observe changes in eating habits and bring any changes or concerns to the attention of the Clinical Dietitian.
- Provide an introduction / overview of the food services system to residents, families and caregivers.
- Participate in departmental monthly department QA, projects, and collaborate with departmental quality and service improvement initiatives
Qualifications include but are not limited to :
- Graduated from an approved Dietary Technician diploma program, Food & Nutrition Management or recognized equivalent is required
- Member of Canadian Society of Nutrition Management ( CSNM’)
- Completion of a Food Handler’s certification
- Two (2) years related clinical experience in a large health care facility
- Previous experience working with a geriatric population would be an asset
- Experience in direct care, nutrition screening diet modification and patient education
- Experience in a computerized diet office environment
- Intermediate computer skills and the ability to work with Microsoft Office software
- Knowledge of Computrition systems
- Knowledge of Meditech software would be an asset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good organizational and analytical skills
- Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with geriatric patients who may have varying stages of dementia
Additional Benefits :
Vacation Entitlement
- Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Access to 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Program
30+ days ago