Registered Dietitian - Maternity Leave

Job summary

The Registered Dietitian will provide nutrition assessments, counselling, and chronic disease management services to patients within an interdisciplinary team. They will also facilitate group health education sessions and contribute to the development of patient-centered care programs.

Job details

NEW VISION FAMILY HEALTH TEAM JOB POSTING Role: Registered Dietitian FTE: Temporary (Maternity Leave), 30 hours (0.80 FTE) Hourly Rate: $38.54 - $40.48 Location: 421 Greenbrook Drive, Kitchener, Ontario Estimated start date: approximately early December, 2026 About Us New Vision Family Health Team is a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred primary care in a caring, coordinated, and responsive environment. Located in the Waterloo Region, we provide comprehensive primary care services to more than 30,000 patients. We offer a friendly, collaborative, and professional workplace in a spacious facility and are committed to fostering a culture of learning and evidence-based practice. Position Summary As a Registered Dietitian (RD) with New Vision Family Health Team, you will work both independently and collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide nutrition care, health promotion, and chronic disease management services. As an integral member of our interdisciplinary team, you will support patients in achieving their health goals while contributing to the delivery of effective, timely, and patient-centred care. Key Responsibilities Patient Care Practice in accordance with the standards and guidelines of the College of Dietitians of Ontario. Screen, prioritize and process aptient referrals using information from physicians, laboratory reports, and health records. Provide nutrition assessments for patients of all ages, considering their level of knowledge, readiness to change, and socio-demographic background. Develop individualized nutrition care plans in collaboration with patients and the healthcare team. Provide nutrition counselling and education, including follow-up assessments and support for behaviour change. Ensure complete, accurate, and timely documentation of program activities and electronic medical records. Education & Health Promotion Deliver group health education sessions on nutrition-related topics using established teaching and learning principles and lifestyle counselling. Present clinical practice guideline updates to healthcare providers and clinical partners. Assist in the development of patient programs by identifying priorities, target dates, and implementation strategies. Collaboration & Professional Practice Build and maintain relationships with community partners. Work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team. Qualifications Undergraduate degree in Food and Nutrition from a recognized university or equivalent. Completion of a Dietitians of Canada-accredited Dietetic Internship, equivalent approved experience, or graduate degree in Community Nutrition. Registered and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario. Demonstrated experience in a community or primary care setting. Experience with case management and case coordination involving members of the interdisciplinary team and community services is preferred. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Proficiency with computers and electronic medical record systems. Ability to work on site. Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check wit Vulnerable Sector Screening. Completion of health screening requirements (MMR, Tdap, Varicella, and Hepatitis B). Flexibility to work Monday to Thursday, including at least one evening per week on either Monday or Thursday. Compensation & Benefits Hourly wage ($38.54 - $40.48), commensurate with experience Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Paid time off, including: Vacation 8 paid sick/personal days Support for professional development, including continuance of salary and allowance. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion New Vision Family Health Team is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodation is available at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) This posting is for an existing position within the New Vision Family Health Team. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information regarding our Family Health Team, please visit our website at www.newvisionhealth.ca

What you’ll do

The Registered Dietitian will provide nutrition assessments, counselling, and chronic disease management services to patients within an interdisciplinary team. They will also facilitate group health education sessions and contribute to the development of patient-centered care programs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in Food and Nutrition and be registered with the College of Dietitians of Ontario. Experience in a community or primary care setting and proficiency with electronic medical record systems are required.

Benefits

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid personal days
• Professional development support

Listed skills

• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Nutrition assessment
• Nutrition counselling
• Chronic disease management
• Health promotion
• Patient education
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Electronic medical records
• Case management
• Clinical practice guidelines
• Nutrition care planning
• Group health education
• Documentation
• Hepatitis B
• Chronic Disease Management
• Nutritional Assessment
• Community Nutrition
• Laboratory Reports
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Time Off Management
• Nutrition Care Plans
• Patient-Centered Care
• Teaching
• Case Management
• Medical Records
• Clinical Practices
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Electronic Medical Record
• Health Education
• Health Promotion
• Primary Care
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Registered Dietitian
• Dietitian / Nutritionist
• Dieticians and Nutritionists
• Dietitians and Nutritionists