Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.

People have always been OSMH’s greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals’ contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.

Position Summary

Under indirect supervision and working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the Clinical Dietitian is responsible for providing high quality professional nutrition care to Medical/Surgical/ICU (non hemodialysis) assigned patients, consistent with the philosophy of Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital.

The Clinical Dietitian is a vital member of the inter-professional team that assists to maximize nutrition intake, in a variety of medical/surgical adult inpatients to assist with optimizing nutrition with a goal to shorten the patient’s length of hospital stay.

Qualifications

Education:
• Completion of a Bachelors Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field and a graduate of an Accredited Dietetic Internship program required.
• Current member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario required.
• Member of the Dietitians of Canada considered and asset.

Experience:
• Minimum of one (1) year experience working in acute care setting required.
• Experience with electronic medical record system an asset.

Competencies:
• Demonstrate knowledge of chronic disease prevention & management.
• Demonstrate computer literacy with some advanced computer skills.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrate ability to organize, prioritize and multi task efficiently.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality and work in a highly professional manner.
• Demonstrate ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrates commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self Directed Learning Opportunities.

Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity

OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Accomodation in the Workplace

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.

OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.