Dietitian Regular Part Time (CPL Diet 0.35) AgeCare Cariboo Place

Posted:
7/9/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Williams Lake, British Columbia, Canada ⋅ British Columbia, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

The Dietitian reporting to the Director of Care, oversees dietary requirements on behalf of residents, their families, the staff, and the community at large utilizing a holistic framework.  The Dietician is a member of the care team, collaborating on the delivery of resident care to meet resident and family related to nutritional and dietary needs.


What Is In It For You:

  • Completes Nutrition Assessments and contributes to RAI assessment where applicable for all residents upon admission in a timely manner and reviews care plan based on nutrition risk level Interprets and individualizes initial diet, texture modification & therapeutics orders.
  • Assesses swallowing ability within scope of knowledge and in consultation with internal and community nurses and physicians.
  • Communicates with team members to provide effective nutrition & resident quality care.
  • Educates residents and staff on nutrition issues.
  • Consults with residents and family members on issues, questions and concerns related to nutrition.
  • Promotes communication and public relations internally between departments and externally with the community for the enrichment of quality resident care.
  • Consults with family members to plan, document, communicate resident dietary care plans.


What You Will Need
 

  • Completion of a Baccalaureate Program in Dietetics from a recognized university program.
  • Eligibility and/or Registration with the provincial regulatory body (i.e. College of Dietitians of BC).
  • Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Previous clinical nutrition experience in a health care facility/program preferred.
  • Experience in gerontology is an asset.

Wage Levelling Salary: $40.75 - $50.87 per hour

Salary placement based on qualifications and experience.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!