We're looking for a motivated, quality-driven Dietitian to join our team in Niagra Falls. The Dietitian's primary function would be to work with a Menu System to meet nutritional requirements. The incumbent will exercise the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Dexterra. Provides services within their scope of practice and personal competence.

Your work will include:

• Assist with food/meal production
• Prepare trays/plates and/or distribute the patient and client meals and snacks according to the diet list/individual diet menus and the patient preferences
• Prepare nourishments and carts for service
• Prepare supplements and thickening fluids for texture-altered diets
• Follow each patient/client plan of care and communicate any discrepancies to the supervisor in a prompt manner
• Prepare/sanitize tables and serving areas for meal services
• Maintain a sanitary and clean working environment in line with infection control techniques
• Maintains food handling protocols and infection control practices in keeping with public health practice and applicable legislation
• Transport dishes to/from patient rooms and kitchen.
• Complete the daily and deep cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, utensils, glassware, and equipment used for patient meal preparation, delivery, and service
• Receive, store and manage the inventory of patient and food service supplies
• Ensure good personal hygiene, with a neat and clean appearance and in accordance with the dress code for the department as per policy, such as safe foot attire, hair net, uniform etc.
• Follow and meet all pre-determined work routines and schedules
• Follow cleaning schedule and sanitation guidelines
• Carry out all other job-related duties that contribute to the team approach of patient and client care as assigned by the supervisor.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Completion of a Baccalaureate Program in Dietetics from a recognized university program and full registrant status with the Dietitians of Canada
• Baccalaureate from an accredited University with a major in Human Nutritional Sciences or equivalent
• Registered Dietitian
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and healthcare professionals
• Knowledge of human nutrition, menu planning principles and practice
• Minimum of two (2) years experience as a Dietitian or in a nutrition related profession.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office and experience with menu planning software

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request. Although we appreciate all interest, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.

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WHO ARE WE?
We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.