Job role overview

  • Closing date

    May 15, 2026

  • Hiring location

    Ontario Thunder Bay

Description

Ref# 26OPP015RU

1 ‑ Temporary Part Time (.5) ‑
Dietitian

Maternity Centre

Reposted

This vacancy is reposted. Candidates who have previously applied
for this position are required to resubmit

their application.

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can
accommodate your temporary absence in the event

you are successful.

Why Join Us?

Impactful
Work:
Your leadership
will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the

efficiency of our operations, in a values
based team environment.

Competitive
Compensation:
We offer a
comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract

top talent.

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP):
We are proud to
participate in the Healthcare of Ontario

Pension Plan (HOOPP),
offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having

access to a pension
plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe
that a strong

pension recognizes our
employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part
of our

overall compensation
package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay
period. As

your employer, we also
contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of
achieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission:
We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and
advanced by research, innovation

and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of
Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision:
Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values:
Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role:

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients
and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)

is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to
individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values

and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a
caring environment for patients and families ensures

continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants
are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,

understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

The Maternity Centre Dietitian has a direct reporting relationship
to the Manager, Maternity Centre, with a matrix

reporting relationship for dietitian practice to the Director,
Health Professions and Collaborative Practice.The

Maternity Centre Dietitian will perform all duties of a Registered
Dietitian, following the scope of practice defined by

the College of Dietitians of Ontario.

If the candidate holds a current position less than or equal to
(0.5) FTE, this (0.5) FTE can be added.

employment requirements

* Current registration in good standing with the College of
Dietitians of Ontario required

* Sound working knowledge and understanding of current nutrition
guidelines for nutrition throughout the lifespan

including pregnancy and infancy

* Entry‑level enteral and parenteral nutrition support
skills required

* Effective communication, facilitation and presentation skills

* Effective patient/family counseling skills

* Proficiency in computer applications and software, and the
utilization of telemedicine

* Coordinate clinical evidence based practices

* Experience working in an interprofessional team

* Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving and conflict
resolution skills

* Ability to work independently

* Demonstrated organizational skills

* Proven flexibility and ability to adapt positively to change

Salary Range: $41.680 to 53.280

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and
security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external
candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory

Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the
absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of

full vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health
& Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated

adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at
work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will

have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for
this position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and
accessible environment supporting diversity in our work

environment to provide quality care where all feel valued,
respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a

workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve
and encourage Indigenous people, visible

minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify.
Upon request, accommodations due to a disability

are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we
are identified as an English/French speaking health

sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the
Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified

individuals.

Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant
previous experience and training.
This position will

remain posted until filled.

Internal
applicants
may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet.
External
applicants
must apply through our

website.

Posted: March 19, 2026

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