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Ref# 26OPP007 1 Temporary Part Time (.2) Dietitian Rehabilitation It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event you are successful. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment. Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent. Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial wellbeing and believe that a strong pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute. Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values. Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario. Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time. Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability About the role: The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC) is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy. The Research Dietitian will report directly to the Manager, Ambulatory Care Department. The Research Dietitian will perform all duties of a Registered Dietitian within the context of a prehabilitation research study, in accordance with the scope of practice and professional standards defined by the College of Dietitians of Ontario. This vacancy is open to both Fulltime and Parttime interested applicants. This (0.2) FTE can be amended in, or added to a current profile. It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event you are successful. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver nutrition assessment and counselling for participants enrolled in a prehabilitation research study, in alignment with the approved study protocol and evidencebased practice. Plan and deliver groupbased nutrition education sessions for study participants, including support for individualized nutritional goal setting. Conduct scheduled individualized nutrition followup assessments for study participants to monitor progress and adjust nutrition intervention as guided by standard practice Collaborate and communicate closely with the multidisciplinary prehabilitation research team, including physicians, physiotherapists, and research personnel, to ensure consistent implementation of the study protocol. Screen participants for nutritionrelated risk factors, including potential food insecurity, and facilitate appropriate supports or referrals as required. Collect, document, and manage nutritionrelated research data, including dietary intake, anthropometric measures, and patientreported outcomes, in accordance with study requirements, institutional policies, and privacy legislation. Maintain accurate and timely clinical and research documentation to support study monitoring, quality assurance, and reporting activities. Contribute to research activities related to the prehabilitation study, including protocol implementation, team meetings, and knowledge translation initiatives as appropriate. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Education/Experience: Current registration and good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario. Experience providing nutrition care to patients with complex chronic disease. Entrylevel competence in enteral and parenteral nutrition support. Experience delivering nutrition care in ambulatory, outpatient, or researchbased clinical settings. Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated adult education skills, including the ability to provide group and individual nutrition education. Demonstrated patient and familycentered counselling skills to support selfmanagement of chronic disease. Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills. Proficiency in computer applications and clinical documentation systems, including the use of virtual care and telemedicine platforms. Demonstrated critical thinking, problemsolving, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within an interprofessional and research team. Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a researchdriven environment. Proven flexibility and ability to adapt positively to change. Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional education and evidencebased practice. Assets: Enthusiasm for research Salary Range: $41.680 to 53.280 The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital''s Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and selfidentify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply. If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals. Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than 11:59p.m. on Monday, 26 January, 2026. Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our website. Posted: January 19, 2026 OPSEU