Registered Dietitian (Independent Contractor)

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Company Description We are currently hiring Registered Dietitians to be part of a dedicated and specialized team that will deliver a highly integrated, one team, community care model for the Toronto community (specifically East York and Downtown Toronto). With over 40 years of experience, Spectrum Health Care is a leading provider of innovative home health care including specialized and compassionate integrated care models. Working in lockstep with health system partners, our skilled team supports people and their families throughout their care journey. If you are a Registered Dietitian who wants to be part of bringing integrated care to Toronto and are passionate about caring for patients in their care journey, we want you on our team! Job Description Assesses the dietary unique to each person and family, considering the social determinants of health, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, language, religion, age, ability and their preferences Assesses the person’s and caregivers’ skills and need for dietary education and supports Creates a holistic, person-centred plan, acknowledging the psychosocial impact of changing nutritional requirements and dietary intake Provides education, advice and practical strategies to the person and caregivers regarding the management of dietary related symptoms, including anorexia, cachexia, dysphagia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea and taste changes, management of enteral and parenteral nutrition support Engages in dysphagia assessment and management Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including but not limited to physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, personal support workers, social workers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists. Contributes to interdisciplinary team meetings and participates in care planning conferences Qualifications Completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in an accredited Food & Nutrition program Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario required Member in good standing with the Dietitians of Canada preferred Minimum 3-5 years' experience working as a Registered Dietitian Experience working in a community setting Ability to work autonomously and as part of an integrated health care team, with an emphasis on collaborative care planning Valid Ontario driver's license and a reliable vehicle #alliedhealth_TO Additional Information This position is a current vacancy Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour. We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at (corphr@spectrumhealthcare.com) for assistance. Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.