Hamilton Health Sciences·Hamilton, Ontario
The Registered Dietitian provides clinical nutrition services to cancer outpatients by conducting comprehensive assessments and implementing nutrition care plans. They work within multi-disciplinary teams to provide patient education and counseling while participating in staff education and research initiatives.
The Registered Dietitian works as part of a team of dietitians to provide clinical services to a range of cancer outpatients.
Working in conjunction with multi-disciplinary disease site teams, and with a patient centered focus; the Dietitian completes comprehensive nutrition assessments, establishes goals of care and implements and monitors nutrition care plans.
Clinical assessment, patient and family education and nutrition counseling are fundamental components of the role.
The Dietitian may also participate in staff education and research and in broader Hamilton Health Sciences initiatives as determined.
The Dietitian reports to the Clinical Manager, Supportive and Palliative Care.
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Current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario or eligibility for registration 2.
Baccalaureate Degree in Applied Human Nutrition or Baccalaureate of Science or equivalent and successful completion of an accredited dietetic internship program 3.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in comprehensive nutrition assessments, as well as the implementation and monitoring of nutrition care plans 4.
Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills including patient teaching and nutrition counselling skills 5.
Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving, organizational skills and Quality and Process Improvement 6.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a health care team 7.
Experience in oncology dietetics and Enteral Nutrition preferred 8.
Experience in Supplement Parenteral Nutrition an asset.
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Demonstrated computer experience with MOSIAQ, Clinical Connect, MS Office and EPIC Hospital Information System experience preferred.
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Membership with Dietitians of Canada required.
Candidates must hold a Baccalaureate degree in Applied Human Nutrition or Science and have completed an accredited dietetic internship. Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and membership with Dietitians of Canada are required.
Market context
Registered Dietitian roles in Ontario hospitals often reflect steady demand for clinicians who can support acute care, nutrition therapy, and interdisciplinary patient care. This role is competitive because it requires College of Dietitians of Ontario registration, at least two years of acute care hospital experience, EMR proficiency, and enteral and parenteral nutrition experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your hospital-based experience matches the posting before applying.