Extendicare·Ottawa, Ontario
The Registered Dietitian will assess patient nutritional needs to develop and implement therapeutic meal plans. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate client records in compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
As a Registered Dietician, you are uniquely trained to translate scientific, medical and nutrition information into practical healthy meal plans for patients and their families. Client groups receiving your treatment may include Pediatrics for in home or school services and/or Adults with medical/health concerns. Care will take place within a residential or institutional setting with referrals generated by a variety of sources including government agencies, employers, insurance companies or private payees. Why you’ll love working here: Best in class training and development programs Celebration and Recognition programs Part time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans Company paid mobile device Mileage compensation Opportunities for education allowance for employees and family Employee Assistance Program Employee perks and exclusive offers What you’ll do: Determine nutritional needs of patients and plan, implement, and evaluate normal and therapeutic menus to maintain and enhance general health Aid in the prevention and/or treatment of inadequate nutrition Maintain professional client records related to client encounters and plans in compliance with ParaMed’s policies and the standards applied by the regulatory body or College of Dieticians. What you bring: Registration/licensing with provincial regulatory college in good standing College of Dieticians in Ontario) Experience with pediatric clients considered an asset. Working knowledge of applicable legislation including Regulated Health Professionals Act, Dietetics Act, Healthcare Consent Act and others Current certification (within the past 12 month) of First Aid, CPR, completed within Canada Able to provide a current, clear Vulnerable Position Screening (VPS) We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Time Type Full time Compensation Details Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process. At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.
Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com.
We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.
Candidates must be registered with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and possess current First Aid and CPR certification. A clear Vulnerable Position Screening is required, and experience with pediatric clients is considered an asset.
Market context
Registered Dietitian opportunities across Ontario typically value regulated credentials, current First Aid and CPR, and Vulnerable Position Screening; pediatric experience can strengthen competitiveness. Candidates should confirm registration status and screening documentation before applying, especially for roles serving children. Requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving research time while highlighting offerings such as development programs, mileage compensation, health and dental plans, and education allowances.