Clinical Dietitian, Diabetes and Endocrine, Nutrition - BC Children’s Hospital

Clinical Dietitian, Diabetes and Endocrine, Nutrition

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, BC

Effective December 6, 2024, as negotiated in the latest collective agreement, a classification system will be implemented for the HSPBA roles in PHSA, effectively transitioning to a profile-based system. As a result, it may have impact to this job posting’s job title, job description, and wage range.

What you’ll do

• Conduct nutritional screening and assessment by evaluating biochemical, anthropometric, dietary parameters and subjective global assessment; develop and implement care plans, manage and monitor nutritional care of patients. Participate in patient care rounds and clinics by evaluating and reporting on aspects of the nutritional care plan. Advise and collaborate with other health care team members on matters of nutritional care.
• Provide comprehensive nutrition counselling for patients and caregivers including training in the use of specialized formulas and food preparation; conduct workshops and seminars, and prepares written guidelines. Provide individual and group teaching sessions, including comprehensive nutrition, lifestyle and self-care education and support to patients, parents and caregivers.
• In response to biochemical laboratory data, and in consultation with the treatment team, monitor and adjust nutrition care plans, diets and formulae. Consult with the patient, family and/or caregivers, physicians and other health care professionals regarding the patient’s response to the nutrition care plan. According to program guidelines, maintain and update patient files and make notes regarding recommendations or adjustments
• Complete and maintain appropriate, related records for activities performed including documentation of the nutritional care plan on patient charts, workload statistics, formula requisitions, menus and manual and electronic patient care databases.
• Based on most recent diabetes knowledge, review diet writing guidelines and standards of care to provide appropriate food and nourishment for patients.
• Review the latest clinical experience and research, reviews the literature, consults with community experts, evaluate clinical practise and referral systems, develop and/or revise standards or guidelines to develop written resources for other health care professionals including, dietitians, physicians, nurses, social workers, students etc.
• Provide suggestions and works collaboratively with the health care team to support observation and orientation experiences for health professionals visiting from other diabetes centres.
• As part of a multidisciplinary team, participates in community outreach activities which may include attending clinics and making presentations at conferences, seminars or workshops as required.
• Provide suggestions for dietetic intern experiences and provides students with the opportunity to observe and take an active role in the education and treatment of patients with diabetes and endocrine diseases.
• Provide input to department and program meetings; participates in relevant and related hospital and community based committees, activities and projects.
• Assist the Professional Practice Leader and Division Director in evaluating the program operation and establishing goals and objectives from a clinical nutrition perspective by helping to review caseload, treatment trends, statistics, etc.
• Participate in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of clinical research proposals, projects and surveys regarding the management of the diabetes and endocrine diseases and related therapies, including data collection and analysis and writing for publication.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Graduation from an academic program in dietetics approved by the College of Dietitians of British Columbia.
• Current and active Board certified Canadian Diabetes Educator (CDE)
• Three (3) years recent, related clinical experience including one in pediatric nutrition and feeding practices/behaviours in an acute care setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Full registration in the College of Dietitians of British Columbia.

Skills & Knowledge

• Effective communication skills; verbal and written.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to teach and counsel.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Comprehensive knowledge of diabetes and human metabolism
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively within an interdisciplinary environment
• 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).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, 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: Temporary, Full-Time (until February 13^th, 2026)
Wage: $40.75 - $50.87/hour
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 0800 - 1600
Requisition # 174823E

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

BCCH 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 BCCH is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

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Please note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of November 9^th 2024, 2024. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.

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