Diabetes Education Dietitian

Job Description:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate and working without general supervision in the community setting, the Diabetes Education Dietitian utilizes knowledge and clinical expertise in the area of diabetes management to function as a clinical resource, providing consultation and inservices to dietitians, physicians, other health care team members and other program teams. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nutritional care and treatment of clients with diabetes. Instructs and counsels clients and families with a variety of health and learning needs, in group and individual settings. Travels to various sites throughout the VIHA and other health care provider sites as required. Provides diatetics/nutrition teaching and problem solving.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience

Bachelor degree from a recognized university with a major in dietetics/nutrition; Completion of a recognized dietetic internship in an accredited hospital; Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) Certificate; and Three (3) years recent, related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Current registration with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia (CDBC)Demonstrated knowledge of the current theories, technologies and practicesDemonstrated knowledge of child/adult education principlesValid Class 5 BC Driver’s License

Skills And Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Ability to organize workload and set priorities.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to plan, organize and evaluate client care.

Ability to assess learning needs of people throughout the life cycle.

Ability to teach using child/adult education principles.

Ability to apply the principles of adult learning in individual and group settings.

Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including co-workers, physicians, community agencies, representatives, clients/residents and families.

Job Requirements:
https://jd.viha.ca/JD1569.pdf