Dietitian I - Diabetes Educator
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- Allied Health
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- COV00011241 Requisition #
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- Jun 25, 2019 Post Date
- Classification: Dietitian I
- Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
- Department: Diabetes Education Centre MCH
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 02-JUL-2019
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 12-JUL-2019
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varied
- Shifts per cycle: Varied
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $37.85
- Maximum Salary: $50.33
- Vehicle Requirement: N/A
Bachelor of Science with a major in Foods and Nutrition accredited by the College of Dietitian's of Alberta (CDA) is required. Active registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta required. Successful completion of an internship program or practicum training program that is accredited by the Dietitians of Canada is required Practice permit that includes Restricted Activities authorization to prescribe TPN required.
Additional Required Qualifications:Minimum three (3) years recent experience in clinical dietetics or community nutrition with a focus on diabetes and group teaching experience required. Must be able to assess patients’ changing educational and nutritional needs as disease progresses.
Preferred Qualifications:Eligible for membership with the Dietitians of Canada; Certification with the Canadian Diabetes Association as a Diabetes Educator. Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary health care team. Proficient in group teaching and individual counselling. Demonstrate innovative approach with teaching methods and the development of teaching aides. Demonstrates initiative in program revision and development.
Hiring Requirements
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: Satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search (as applicable based on position). Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions with Covenant Health.
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