Registered Dietitian - North Simcoe Family Health Team (Midland)

Job Description

Family Health Teams (FHTs) adopt a patient-centered approach to primary health care that 
brings together physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, dietitians, social workers, and other 
health care professionals to coordinate the highest possible quality of care for patients when 
they need it, as close to home as possible. FHTs are a key component of Ontario’s health care 
plan to reduce wait time, improve access to care and keep Ontarians healthy.

The North Simcoe Family Health Team (NSFHT) is currently seeking someone to fill the following 
position: 
Registered Dietitian – 18-month Contract Full Time

Start Date January 2025

The diabetes education program is seeking a Registered Dietitian who has taken specialty courses in 
diabetes education, prevention, and management of disease. The dietitian is an active member of a 
multidisciplinary team, providing education for the prevention and management of diabetes, as per 
current Clinical Practice.

Qualifications:

• Registered Dietitian and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Current registration as a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), an asset.
• Ability to screen and assess patients requiring therapeutic nutrition care; develop appropriate care 
  plans; develop and deliver group programs and collaborate with other members of the healthcare 
  team.
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral and an ability to interact with a team using various 
  method with the ability to work independently and in group settings.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to self-direct and further the promotion 
  of the involved programs.
• Demonstrate an ability in problem solving and decision-making skills and advocate for patient needs.
  Ability to work competently with various software programs such as Microsoft Office and Electronic.
  Medical Record (EMR) with preference given to Accuro.