Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team.  At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.     

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

We are currently have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Dietitian to join our Diabetes Education Centre.

Employment Status: Permanent Part Time
Reporting Relationship: Manager, Medical Ambulatory Clinics
Hourly Rate: $41.68 - $53.28
Location: Humber River Health– Wilson
Hours of work: Availability for Monday to Friday. Wednesday Evenings 1200-2000
Employee Group: OPSEU 590

Responsibilities:

• As a member of the health care team, this position assumes the responsibility for assessment, planning, implementation, care coordination and evaluation of patients whom are referred for diabetes care and management.
• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse and Endocrinologist in the development of client-focused health maintenance plans related to diabetes while utilizing a holistic and inter-disciplinary approach
• Uses a variety of teaching methods and principles of adult education to engage with clients to enhance diabetes self-management in group and individual settings
• Ensures continuity of care by maintaining up to-date medical records, communicating with the client’s primary care provider and other service providers, and making referrals where appropriate
• Regular monitoring of clients within scope of practice
• Engages in health promotion, outreach activities and diabetes education services in the community
• Participate in chart reviews and case conferences
• Maintain and develop professional competencies

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food & Nutrition Sciences or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited dietetic internship program, MSc. Food & Nutrition, or member (or eligibility to become a member) of the Dietitians of Canada
• Current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario in good standing is required
• Certification as a Diabetes Educator is required
• Excellent knowledge of clinical nutrition principles and trends
• Experience in applying principles of adult education in ambulatory care and the ability to teach in an individual or group setting is required
• Experience in program development and evaluation required
• Knowledge of community resources and experience in community outreach preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in diabetes care and management
• Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to set priorities and work effectively in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to encourage, support and motivate patients and/or their families from a multi-cultural community
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to cultivate and maintain mutually supportive working relationships with other members of the health care team
• A positive attendance  and discipline free record required
• Proficiency in a second language used in the community served would be an asset
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.
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Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.