Clinical Dietitian

• Work in a team based environment and provide clinical dietetic services to patients and patient care programs through the assessment, planning, implementing and outcome evaluation of nutritional goals and care plans.
• Provide recommendations based on assessment and treatment modalities regarding oral and/or enteral nutrition support regime.
• Collaborate with members of the health care team and participate in practice-based research projects.

• Current full registration as a Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
• Restricted Activities A and/or C, as required.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle for business-related purposes, as required.

• Knowledge of clinical dietetic theory and practice within a patient and family centred model of care.
• Knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners established by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
• Knowledge of enteral nutrition.
• Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient care.
• Knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to assess patient responses to care plan, and to respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with (both verbally and in writing), and to deal effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care professionals, patients and their families, and external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate patient/patient/group education classes.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement nutrition care plans in relation to patient/family priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with conflict situations.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and to think critically.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and provide effective consultation.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated skill and ability to operate related equipment and techniques appropriate to clinical areas.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a computerized patient information system.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff