Dietitian I

Your Opportunity:

Recruitment Incentives Available! This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000, based on the length of their Return for Service. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca. Employees working at sites above the 57th parallel may also be eligible for a Northern Allowance of $6,300 annually, paid on an hourly basis for all hours worked at the basic rate of pay. In addition, eligible employees may receive reimbursement for the cost of one round-trip journey per calendar year to any destination within Alberta. Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a direct impact across the continuum of care while enjoying the unique lifestyle and natural beauty of Northern Alberta? Alberta Health Services (AHS) is seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Dietitian I to join our team in High Level and La Crete. This dynamic position offers an exceptional opportunity to practice to the full scope of dietetics while serving a diverse population across multiple care settings. As the Dietitian for High Level and surrounding communities, you will provide nutrition care in acute care, long-term care, outpatient services, home care, and community-based programs, ensuring clients receive high-quality, patient-centered nutrition support wherever they are in their healthcare journey. No two days are the same. You will conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans, provide counselling and education, and support clients in managing chronic disease, recovering from illness, and achieving their health goals.

Description:

As a Dietitian I, you may provide nutrition expertise to patients, clients and residents in a variety of health care and community settings to support positive nutrition and health outcomes. You may be responsible for the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of nutrition care plans. You may plan and deliver public health nutrition services and education programs that promote healthy living and disease prevention for individuals and groups in facility and community settings. You will also provide nutrition education to students and other health care professionals to support the delivery of evidence based nutrition information.

• Classification:
Dietitian I
• Union:
HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program:
Clinical Nutrition
• Primary Location:
High Level Northwest Health Ct
• Location Details:
As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
Multisite
• FTE:
1.00
• Posting End Date:
11-JAN-2027
• Employee Class:
Regular Full Time
• Date Available:
21-JAN-2027
• Hours per Shift:
7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
2
• Shifts per cycle:
10
• Shift Pattern:
Days
• Days Off:
Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary:
$43.14
• Maximum Salary:
$57.37
• Vehicle Requirement:
Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Bachelor of Science with a major in Foods and Nutrition. Completion of an internship program or practicum training program accredited by Dietitians of Canada. Active or eligibility for registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta (CDA).

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to a Patient First philosophy, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently while building collaborative relationships with colleagues and community partners. Strong critical thinking, time management, and organizational skills are essential in this varied and rewarding role

Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous cultures and histories, with demonstrated sensitivity and commitment to culturally safe care for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit patients and communities.