Registered Dietitian - Part-Time

1d1 day ago

The Care Group

Vancouver, CA · Part-time · C$120,000 – C$130,000

About this role

The Care Group is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a temporary part-time independent contractor role providing maternity leave coverage at Casa Mia Care Home in Vancouver.

The dietitian will interview residents on admission and annually to assess preferences, allergies, and therapeutic requirements while developing appropriate diets and updating care plans.

This role supports a 90-bed long-term care facility with primarily single-occupancy rooms, collaborating with the Director of Care, Chef, and interdisciplinary team during care conferences.

Casa Mia Care Home offers a professional environment that values diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration while supporting growth, teamwork, and excellence in seniors care.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of Dietetics and completion of Dietetic Internship.
Registered Dietitian under College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
Minimum of one year's experience in the food service field and at least six months in a long-term care facility.
Demonstrated ability to communicate with health care professionals, community workers, staff, volunteers, families and visitors.
Knowledge and competency in dysphagia management, enteral nutrition, and nutrition support practices in a long-term care or healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Interview each resident within the first two weeks of admission, then annually, or as required to determine preferences, allergies and therapeutic requirements.
Develop therapeutic and special diets according to resident requirements.
Include documentation of resident interviews and annual assessments in residents' charts.
Inform the Director of Care and Chef of any special requirements or changes to residents' nutritional status.
Provide written documentation for the Inter-disciplinary care planning meetings and attend when requested.
Contribute to the care plan for each resident, documenting dietary needs and requirements.
Provide documentation on the quarterly MDS assessment for each resident.