Posted 10 months ago
Registered Dietitian
@ Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre
Greater Sudbury, Ontario
Overview
Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre is hiring a full-time permanent Registered Dietitian to provide nutrition assessment, counselling and education within its interdisciplinary primary care team. The role covers chronic disease management, prevention and wellness across the lifespan, with weekday hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and no evenings or weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Nutrition assessments and individualized care plans
- Nutrition counselling for chronic disease and wellness
- Collaboration within an interdisciplinary primary care team
- Individual and group nutrition education
- Clinical documentation in electronic medical records
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics
- Registration in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
- Experience in primary care, community or clinical settings
- Strong knowledge of chronic disease prevention and management
- Excellent communication and counselling skills
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- 2026-01-09
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- 2026-10-11
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- 2026-10-11
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Licences & certifications | Registered Dietitian |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Nutrition, Dietetics |
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Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre
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Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre is a healthcare facility located in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. It specializes in providing culturally appropriate healthcare services to Indigenous peoples and communities in the area. The center offers a range of health services, including primary care, mental health support, traditional healing practices, health education, and wellness programs tailored to the needs and values of the Indigenous population. The focus is on holistic health, recognizing the importance of cultural context in providing effective healthcare.
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- 161 Applegrove St, Sudbury, Ontario P3C 1N2, CA
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Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre is a healthcare facility located in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. It specializes in providing culturally appropriate healthcare services to Indigenous peoples and communities in the area. The center offers a range of health services, including primary care, mental health support, traditional healing practices, health education, and wellness programs tailored to the needs and values of the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Sudbury, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1998 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
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Registered Dietitian
Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre (SKHC)
Reports To: Tracy Joly, Director of Primary Care
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Lunch: One (1) hour unpaid lunch break
Position Summary
The Registered Dietitian provides evidence-based nutrition assessment, counselling, education, and support to clients receiving care through Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre. Reporting to the Director of Primary Care, the Registered Dietitian works collaboratively within an interdisciplinary health care team to support health promotion, chronic disease management, prevention, and overall wellness.
This role emphasizes client-centred, culturally safe care that respects individual goals, lived experience, and community context, while aligning with best practices and professional standards of dietetic practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nutrition assessments, individualized care plans, and follow-up for clients across the lifespan
- Deliver nutrition counselling related to chronic disease management, preventative care, maternal and child health, and general wellness
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and allied health professionals to support integrated primary care
- Support clients in setting realistic, achievable nutrition goals that align with their health needs and preferences
- Develop and deliver individual and group-based nutrition education sessions as required
- Contribute to health promotion initiatives and community-based programming
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in electronic medical records
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and care planning discussions
- Support quality improvement initiatives and data collection as required
- Adhere to professional standards, privacy legislation, and organizational policies
- Promote culturally safe and respectful care grounded in relationship-building and client empowerment
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
- Experience working in primary care, community health, or clinical settings
- Strong knowledge of chronic disease prevention and management
- Experience working with diverse populations and complex health needs
- Excellent communication, counselling, and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard office software
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Core Competencies
- Client-centred and strengths-based practice
- Cultural safety and humility
- Clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making
- Effective communication and collaboration
- Professional ethics and accountability
- Adaptability and continuous learning
Working Conditions
- Clinical and office-based environment
- Regular interaction with clients, families, and health care professionals
- Predictable weekday hours with no evenings or weekends
- May involve working with clients experiencing complex health and social challenges
Why Join Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre
Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre is committed to wholistic, team-based care that supports physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being. The Registered Dietitian plays a key role in strengthening primary care services and supporting clients to make informed, sustainable nutrition choices that enhance overall health.
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