Clinical Dietitian - Part Time Temporary (until September 9, 2022) - Markham Site - Jobs in Markham, ON

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Who you are:You are an innovative and patient centered individual who provides excellence within their professionYou are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and customer service skillsYou have vision, flexibility, transparency, honesty and practicalityYou are organized, accurate, able to multi task and meet deadlinesYou support the patient experience, your colleagues and others cultural and spiritual beliefsYou encompass MSH’s core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and CourageWho we are:Markham Stouffville Hospital (MSH) is one of Ontario’s leading community hospitals. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 435,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 526 physicians, 28 midwives, 2,400 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond.. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join usWhat we need:As a member of our interprofessional team, you will be responsible for the nutritional assessment, care plan implementation and evaluation for a variety of acute and subacute adult patient populations at Markham Stouffville Hospital’s Markham site and RCC site . You will utilize your sound knowledge in clinical dietetics to meet patient/family needs while delivering the highest standard of evidence-based care. Your excellent clinical leadership skills will assist you in working with both the interprofessional and Clinical Dietitian teams. You will utilize your excellent knowledge of best-practices in nutrition care to provide acute nutrition assessment, treatment, coordination of nutrition care services to bridge your patient’s transition from hospital to home and effectively contribute to quality improvement.Work Schedule:The successful candidate will need to be available to work Tuesday, Friday and rotating Sundays. Please note that schedules are subject to change, depending on operational needs.Compensation:BAND M: $33.46 - $44.96 per hourWhat you bring to MSH:Current membership in the College of Dietitians of Ontario, in good standingMembership with Dietitians of Canada (DC), preferredCNSC designation is an assetA minimum of 2 years clinical experience in nutrition care support of adult patient population in an acute care settingDemonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practiceExcellent assessment, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated competency with EMR charting systems, CBORD, and associated computer skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a interprofessional teamAccess to own transportation to travel in between sitesDemonstrated good attendance and performance record with the ability to maintain this same standardDemonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, Standards of Care, health and safety legislation, best practice, and completing relevant mandatory education as requiredMarkham Stouffville Hospital takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values. Furthermore, Markham Stouffville Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.Required SkillsRequired Experience