Dietitian-telus Health - Vancouver, Canada - TELUS

TELUS

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Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Location:
Vancouver, BC, CA, V6Z 2H2- Req ID: Jobs by Category: Health- Job Function: Clinical / Medical-
Status:

Part Time- Schedule: Temporary
Description:

Status:
Regular Part-time (Temporary 12 months) / In-clinic

Location:
Nelson St, Vancouver, British Columbia

Who is TELUS Health?
TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life.

Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health.

Simply put, our team members across the country are united by their commitment to continuously innovating to make healthcare more accessible and deliver improved health experiences for everyone.

Do you share our passion?
Let's create a healthier future, together

TELUS Health is looking for a Dietitian to join an amazing multi-disciplinary team in our Vancouver Nelson Street Care Centre.

Our team and what we'll accomplish together

The Dietician's primary role is to provide excellent clinical care and service to our clients, in an interdisciplinary healthcare setting.

The Dietician may work with a wide variety of nutrition related concerns including but not limited to:
cardiovascular disease, diabetes/prediabetes, weight management, sports nutrition, gut health, supplements and overall healthy eating. There are opportunities to work with clients across the lifespan, to assist them with nutrition and behavior change. At TELUS Health, we strive for high quality evidenced based care.

What you'll do
As part of the team, you'll be responsible for

Screening all patient charts prior to their appointment
Reviewing and assessing relevant laboratory data
Conducting a thorough history of food/diet concerns
Analyzing and comparing food intake with nutritional requirements
Translating scientific, medical and nutrition information into practical, individualized nutrition goals for our clients
Determining potential nutrient, supplement, drug interactions
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide optimal care to our clients
Counseling individuals in normal and therapeutic nutrition
Charting of assessments, plans, and progress in the client's medical record
Developing client nutritional education resources for inclinic (oneonone consultations) and offsite clients (lunch and learn style seminars)
Assisting with other clinic related tasks (administrative work; conducting audiograms and vision tests, etc.)

Qualifications:

What you bring

University Degree in Nutritional Science (dietetics)
Dietetic Internship in a public or private health care environment
Registration with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia
Minimum 2 years' experience as a clinical dietitian
Demonstrate strong skills in communication, interpersonal interaction, organization, and time management
Multidisciplinary experience an asset
Commitment to customer satisfaction
Ability to thrive in a fastpaced environment, and can adapt to variability in work schedules
Relevant professional experience in nutrition education; strong counseling skills