Introduction

Oak Valley Health, a leading community healthcare organization in Ontario, serves patients through Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and the Reactivation Care Centre. With a patient-centered approach, Oak Valley Health provides high-quality care to over 437,000 individuals annually. Services encompass diagnostics, emergencies, acute care medicine, surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children's programs.

Requisition Number: JR100333

Overview

Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health's core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills.

What we are looking for:

As a member of the Adult Diabetes Education Clinic team, you will provide diabetes education to our patients in the inpatient and outpatient clinics in both group and individual settings.

Work schedule:

Monday to Friday. Combination of 8- and 12-hour shifts.

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

OPCOM07

Range: $39.22 - $49.95

Responsibilities

• As a member of our inpatient clinical dietetics team, you will be responsible for the nutritional assessment, care plan implementation and evaluation for a variety of acute and subacute adult patient populations at Markham Stouffville Hospital's Markham, Uxbridge and RCC sites.
• In this role, you will, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary health care team, be responsible for comprehensive assessment, care planning and nutritional education for patients and families with diabetes.
• You will practice in an environment where the emphasis is on a high standard of diabetes care, professional practice and patient experience.
• You will coordinate your services with the other staff in the Clinic, which will require day and evening as well as potential travel to our satellite sites. In addition, you will participate in ongoing quality improvement and promotional activities, committees and the development of standards and policies as it relates to our Diabetes Program.
• Your strong diabetes knowledge and counselling skills, coupled with well-developed analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills, will assist you in the provision of quality patient care.

Requirements

• Current membership in the College of Dietitians of Ontario, in good standing.
• Certified Diabetes Educator designation required (or demonstrates strong knowledge in diabetes education & management and willingness to obtain CDE certification).
• Membership with Dietitians of Canada (DC), preferred.
• CNSC designation is an asset.
• Bilingualism in a South Asian dialect is an asset.
• Certified Pump Trainer is an asset.
• Demonstrated proficiency in diabetes pharmacotherapy management and education – including insulin and OHA adjustment.
• A minimum of 2 years' clinical experience in nutrition care support of adult patient population in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent assessment, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills are essential.
• Demonstrated competency with EMR charting systems, CBORD, and associated computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interprofessional team.
• Candidates must have own transportation and the flexibility to travel between Markham, Uxbridge, RCC and satellite clinics, as necessary.
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards.
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization-related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario's leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children's services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada's most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023 . We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI .

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