Clinical Dietitian, Nutrition and Rehabilitation

Clinical Dietitian, Nutrition and Rehabilitation
BC Cancer
Abbotsford, BC

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Coordinator as well as clinical direction from the Provincial Program Lead, Nutrition & Rehabilitation, performs clinical, education, community development and research activities in keeping with the evidence-based practice of Oncology Nutrition. Duties include providing medical nutrition therapy in collaboration with cancer patients, their families and the interdisciplinary team; participates in initiatives that promote the advancement of oncology nutrition education and participating in the development and implementation of quality improvement/nutrition research projects.

What you'll do

• Use the Nutrition Care Process framework, carry out comprehensive nutrition assessments, identify appropriate nutrition diagnoses, develop and implement patient-centred nutrition intervention and monitor and evaluate nutrition care plans.
• Utilize and incorporate clinical tools, such as screening and assessment tools, according to program standards.
• Implement and review therapeutic diet orders. Design, compound, dispense and monitor therapeutic diets where nutrition is administered through enteral or parenteral means. Instruct patients on how to administer enteral feeds. Provide guidance to Diet Technicians as required.
• Document care plans and reassessment in patient's medical record to meet program standards.
• Collaborate with other members of the health care team on matters relating to the nutritional care of patients.
• Maintain workload measurement statistics.
• Participate in the development, implementation and communication of oncology nutrition practice standards and clinical practice guidelines.
• Provide education and consultation to BC Cancer staff, community partners and academic institutions related to oncology nutrition.

What you bring

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition, or equivalent, from an approved University and an accredited dietetic internship.
• One (1) year of experience in clinical dietetics, with oncology experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to BC Cancer.
• Current full registration as a Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC and eligible for membership in Dietitians of Canada.
• Preferably Restricted Activities A, C.

You have:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of staff and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in an interprofessional team with centre staff, patients, and the public and external health professionals.
• Physically carry out the duties of the position.
• Perform CPR techniques.
• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

• Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Casual

Wage: $40.75 to $50.87 per hour.

Hours of Work: Varying hours and days

Location: 32900 Marshall Road, Abbotsford BC V2S 0C2

Requisition number: CAS-2427716E

What we do

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments' unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.