Temporary Clinical Dietitian Nutrition Services - Renal Dialysis Program

Who We Are

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.  As one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support he wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time. 

Posting Period

Open:         February 10, 2025

Deadline:    February 16, 2025

Non-Union

Department Name

Clinical Nutrition Services - Renal Dialysis Program

As a Clinical Dietitian, you will be responsible for the nutritional assessment and management of patients with renal disease at the Kidney Care Centre.This position directly reports to the Manager of Health Disciplines and reports to the Manager of the Renal Program related to program needs.

Primary responsibilities include the assessment of nutritional status/nutritional needs, and the development, implementation and evaluation of care plans to meet these needs in a patient and family centered model of care. To provide these services, the successful incumbent will collaborate with other health care providers and function as a key member of many interdisciplinary teams.  

Temporary Full-Time

Rate of Pay:                 $46.79 per hour - $58.48 per hour

Hour of Work:               37.5 hours per week

Duration:                      Until April 3, 2026

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Undergraduate Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Food Science or related subject acceptable to the hospital
• Registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Membership in Dietitians of Canada preferred
• Recent, related clinical experience in renal nutrition care preferred
• Demonstrated skills in patient education and ability to support the advancement of dietetic practice-based research and knowledge
• Ability to promote a high standard of professional practice by disseminating nutrition knowledge and information
• Commitment to ongoing education and professional development related to best practice in clinical nutrition
• Proficient computer skills including word processing and data management software
• Ability to recognize own feelings, express them fully and constructively manage own feelings in challenging and emotionally charged situations
• Ability to express ideas clearly, confidently and directly and work through conflicts and differences in a respectful way
• Ability to stay effective and resilient when dealing with adverse circumstances and multiple demands
• Ability to demonstrate an optimistic disposition toward new experiences and change in general
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Vision, Purpose and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements LHSC. 

Teaching, Learning and Research 

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Allied Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities. 

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca . 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.