Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph’s Health Centre and St. Michael’s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education. Join our team in our mission to continue to put patients and families at the centre of everything we do, in the role of Registered Dietitian with our Health Disciplines Resource Team (HDRT). This position is a float role that supports Nutrition care across all inpatient areas of St. Michael's Hospital, including our ICUs, GI/Gen Surg, Heart and Vascular, GIM, Trauma Neuro, Respirology, and Oncology units.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The role of the Clinical Dietitian is to provide evidence-based, high quality, specialized nutritional care unique to each individual as part of their medical treatment to improve or maintain health
• This position may include coverage to surgical, medical and critical care areas
• Able to work effectively as a member of an inter-professional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient care
• Contributes to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff, students and members of the academic and professional community
• Identifies and addresses educational needs for patients and their families
• Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development
• Is committed to, and participates in, program development, evaluation and ongoing quality improvement in the organization
• Provides patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standards
• Provides education and counseling for patients receiving nutrition care.
• This position provides coverage for absences on inpatient units, and support with managing caseloads across various areas.

• Must have graduated from an accredited and recognized program with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition, or equivalent
• Must be currently registered and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario (CDO)
• Current CPR (Basic Life Support) certification
• Excellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
• Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated commitment to and involvement within the profession
• Must be competent to work independently in critical care areas including our MSICU, TNICU and Cardiac ICU settings

Must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends as directed by the Program