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Dietitian

@ Eskasoni Health Centre

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Eskasoni, Nova Scotia

On-siteFull-time3+ years experience
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Overview

Eskasoni Health Centre is hiring a full-time dietitian, reporting to the Health Services Lead, to deliver clinical and community nutrition care. The role covers individual patient care, nutrition education and preventive programming across community programs and the upcoming Kiknu Long Term Care facility. The posting states 37.5 hours per week, salary based on qualifications and experience, and a comprehensive benefit package.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide individual clinical nutrition care to patients
  • Deliver community nutrition education on healthy eating
  • Collaborate with primary care, diabetes, maternal and child health and mental health programs
  • Develop preventive programming focused on healthy eating

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and accredited dietetic internship
  • Registration with the Nova Scotia Dietetic Association
  • Minimum of three years' experience, including with First Nations or in community settings
  • Certified Diabetes Educator preferred or within two years
  • Valid driver's licence and vehicle, ability to travel
  • Fluency in Mi'kmaq an asset

Tools & skills

Microsoft Officeelectronic medical record

Benefits mentioned

Life insuranceDisability insuranceRetirement plan
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2023-11-09
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentAllied health
Experience3+ years
Hours per week37.5
Scheduleday
Travelground: moderate
Work settingHospital or clinic, Care home, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsRegistered with Nova Scotia Dietetic Association, Certified Diabetes Educator
Driver’s licencerequired, own vehicle
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyHuman Nutrition
Perks mentionedRetirement plan

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Eskasoni Mi'kmaq First Nations Community Health Centre

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The Eskasoni Health Center is located centrally in the community at 4555 Shore Road. The Health Center provides a wide range of primary care services including: family physicians; a nurse practitioners; support staff; visiting specialists; and a Pharmacy staffed by two full-time pharmacists and two Pharmacy technicians. Eskasoni Health Board, is appointed by Chief and Council. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 4:00PM. Closed 12 Noon to 1:00PM Lunch

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Reported office locations
  • 4555 Shore Rd, Eskasoni, Nova Scotia B1W 1K3, CA
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  • Business Development
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  • Energy
  • Energy Management
  • Local Business
  • Logistics
  • Real Estate
  • Renewable Energy
  • Seafood
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  • Eskasoni Health Centre
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The Eskasoni Health Center is located centrally in the community at 4555 Shore Road. The Health Center provides a wide range of primary care services including: family physicians; a nurse practitioners; support staff; visiting specialists; and a Pharmacy staffed by two full-time pharmacists and two Pharmacy technicians. Eskasoni Health Board, is appointed by Chief and Council. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday…

FieldValue
IndustryWellness and Fitness Services
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersEskasoni, Nova Scotia
Organization typeNonprofit
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Job description

Dietitian

Summary

Reporting to the Health Services Lead, we are seeking a nutrition specialist to educate clients about food, nutrition, and healthy food choices. The incumbent will service both clinical and community nutrition for both Eskasoni Health Centre and the upcoming Kiknu Long Term Care facility.

Responsibilities

Clinical & Community Nutrition:

As part of multi-disciplinary team, the dietitian will collaborate with primary care providers including physicians, home and community care staff, Kiknu Long Term Care staff, diabetes care program, maternal and child health program, early intervention, addiction and mental health services, community health and chronic disease management in Eskasoni. The Dietician provides individual patient care and supports all community programs and services in providing education on healthy lifestyles and the development of preventative programming with a focus on healthy eating.

Requirements


  • Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and successful completion of a dietetic internship from an accredited program

  • Registered with the Nova Scotia Dietetic Association and be eligible for membership with the Dietitians of Canada

  • Certified Diabetes Educator preferred or willingness to obtain within two years

  • Demonstrated leadership, organizational, time management, critical thinking skills

  • Knowledge of and an ability to network within and outside a first nation community

  • Knowledge of best practices in Aboriginal specific public/community health.

  • Previous experience working with First Nations or in a community setting

  • Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint), email and internet usage

  • Able to use electronic medical record

  • Ability to adapt to flexible workload and stressful situations.

  • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience.

  • Ability to travel, valid driver’s license and vehicle

  • Fluency in Mikmaq, an asset

Term: Full time (37.5 hours per week)

Salary: Based on qualifications and experience

Benefits: A comprehensive benefit package including extended health, life, and disability insurance as well as a generous pension plan provided.

Please forward a resume for the attention of: Maxine Stevens, HR Manager

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