Careers

Description

ROLE

The Diabetes Dietitian is a member of the interdisciplinary diabetes education team providing evidence based best practices specific to the nutritional care of people with diabetes.

• Assessment of nutritional care needs of the client.
• Develop, implement, evaluate and document nutritional interventions and programs, based on the Stages of Change model and concurrent with the College of Dietitians Standards of Practice.
• Provides nutrition education and follow-up related to diabetes management to clients.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide diabetes education, care and management specifically regarding nutrition.
• Maintains accurate client records as per college, NDHN and organization guidelines regarding the nutrition care process.
• Participates in team conferences.
• Participates in classroom and individual teaching.
• Collects and reports appropriate program statistics.
• Establishes appropriate linkages within the community, sponsoring agency, and appropriate health care agencies to promote primary and secondary disease management strategies, best practices and current treatment modalities.
• Collaborates on initiatives related to diabetes and chronic disease awareness, prevention and management as it relates to healthy lifestyles and nutrition.
• Acts as a nutrition and healthy lifestyles resource to health agencies, community agencies and other internal and external health and social agencies as it relates to diabetes.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTICIATION(S)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition and Food Science
• Completion of a recognized Dietetic Internship or equivalent
• Current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Certified Diabetes Educator designation by the Canadian Diabetes Association preferred or intent to obtain
• Certified Pump Trainer certificate or willingness to obtain
• Membership in Diabetes Educator Section of Canadian Diabetes Association an asset
• Valid driver’s license and access to vehicle preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in adult education, patient counselling.
• Minimum of 2-3 years in an interdisciplinary health care setting.
• Minimum of 2-3 previous experience in diabetes education.
• Basic Microsoft Office computer skills.
• Effective communication skills ( oral, written) and the ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently.
• Effective critical thinking, problem solving and leadership skills.
• An awareness and sensitivity to the complex nature of diabetes and the social, economic and cultural needs of the population.
• Organizational skills to perform required duties effectively and efficiently
• Regular and punctual attendance is mandatory

DESIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)

• Familiarity with:
  • Blood glucose monitoring
  • Insulin Pens
  • Insulin pumps

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application through mahc.ca under Career Opportunities by uploading your resume and cover letter as either a PDF or Word document(s). Applications must be received by the closing date listed above.

WHY IS MAHC RIGHT FOR YOU?

Imagine working in a place you love to visit on vacation! A career with MAHC lets you do just that. We are located in one of the top international tourist destinations in Canada; positioned just two (2) hours north of Toronto in beautiful cottage country surrounded by vibrant natural beauty, pristine lakes, majestic forests and rocky shorelines.

Our communities are small in size but big in excitement; there are always local fundraisers, farmers markets, live events, pubs and locally owned stores to shop in. There are a variety of seasonal, year-round activities to keep you busy and fully embraced in the lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer from hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, heading to Algonquin Park or Arrowhead Park for the day, running and cycling clubs, camping, sitting on a warm sunny patio downtown, or simply relaxing by the lake with your friends. Life here is good!

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • MAHC offers one of the most robust hospital funded programs in Healthcare
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOP)
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Signing bonus (you could qualify for up to $5000)
• Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful new hire you refer to MAHC)

LET US HELP YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE!

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare has launched the Housing for MedsHousing initiative to help MAHC team members (both new recruits and existing staff) connect with housing options in our communities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Union: OPSEU Paramedical

Compensation: $35.77 - $45.58 an hour

Department: Diabetic Education Program

Location: We have openings in both our South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville.

Number of Available Positions:

Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and per the OPSEU Paramedical collective agreement.

As a condition of employment, external hires are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

Our organization supports equal opportunity employment.  We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.