Island Health·Courtenay, British Columbia
Plan, implement, and evaluate medical nutritional therapy for hospital-based and facility-based patients..
Instruct and counsel patients and families on nutritional requirements, nutritional regimes, and food planning and preparation..
Coordinate activities and liaise with medical and nursing staff, patients, food service departments, and support agencies..
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, medical team members, departmental employees, and community agencies..
Organize workload, set priorities, and work with minimal supervision.
Close Date Aug. 28 2026 Location Comox Valley Home & Community Care (CVHCC) - Courtenay, BC V9N 2N7 CA Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) - Courtenay, BC V9N 0B9 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time 0800-1600 Days Off Weekend/Stats, Tuesday Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $43.23 - $53.96 Paid FTE 0.84 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 60.00 Planned Start Date Oct. 7 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Apr. 26 2028 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reports to Coordinator, Nutrition Services; plans, implements, and evaluates medical nutritional therapy for hospital-based and/or facility-based patients according to guidelines established by Nutrition Services. Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding appropriate nutritional requirements, nutritional regimes, and food planning and preparation.
Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a major in dietetics, nutrition, or an equivalent qualification..
Completion of an accredited dietetic internship program..
Current practicing-category licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia as a Dietitian..
Eligibility for membership with the Dietitians of Canada..
Eligibility for CHCPBC restricted activities A, B, and C..
Experience as a practicing Dietitian is preferred..
Evidence of ongoing professional development..
Criminal Record Check required.
Market context
In British Columbia, clinical dietitian roles are typically tied to hospitals, long-term care, and community health settings where nutrition support is part of patient care. Competition can be strong because employers often look for a recognized degree, accredited internship completion, current BC licensure with Restricted Activity A & B, and recent relevant experience. Before applying, compare your background to the posting and note that the job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save research time.