Careers at NFHT

REGISTERED DIETITIAN – PERMANENT PART-TIME

0.6 FTE (3 days per week)

An exciting opportunity is available for a Permanent Registered Dietitian to work 3 days per week as part of the Northumberland Family Health Team (NFHT). As a key member of our interprofessional primary care team, the Registered Dietitian will provide individual nutrition counselling and group education sessions while serving as a resource to the team and community. Service is provided to both individuals and groups and as part of interprofessional programs such as “Clinical Nutrition”, “Chronic Disease Management”, “Wellness and Prevention” and “Seniors Wellness”.

About Us: NFHT is a non-profit, primary health care organization providing over 26,000 patients with timely access to a comprehensive range of services and programs aimed at managing and preventing disease and improving health status. The inter-professional team includes family physicians and professional staff, including nurses and nurse practitioners, occupational and physical therapists, dietitians, social workers and a pharmacist, who work together to provide person-centred, effective, collaborative and integrated care. For more information about our organization, please visit www.nfht.ca.

NFHT supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with a disability.

We are committed to improving access and opportunities for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require a specific accommodation during the application, interview or recruitment stage, please contact us so that appropriate accommodations can be made.

We can offer you:

  • A team environment that strives for professionalism, respect and compassion, respects the role of the Registered Dietitian and supports all providers to work to their full scope of practice
  • A flexible schedule and environment that supports work-life balance
  • Paid vacation, personal leave days and professional development paid time and expense coverage
  • An opportunity to enrol in or contribute to your Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
  • Eligible for benefits package

Must Haves:

  • 4-year Bachelor of Science or Applied Science degree, majoring in Nutritional Sciences or Human Nutrition (or equivalent); completion of Dietitians of Canada accredited Dietetic Internship program or combined Master’s and Dietetic Internship program
  • Completion of an accredited dietetic internship
  • Registration and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
  • Ability to provide medical nutrition therapy for a wide variety of issues commonly seen in family practice
  • Good understanding of nutrition interventions for chronic disease management and evidence-based nutrition best practices
  • Current Ontario Drivers’ License and access to a reliable vehicle
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and nurture positive working relationships both within and outside of NFHT

You will stand out as a candidate if you also have:

  • Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) designation
  • Proficient computer skills and experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMRs)

Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a resume by October 22, 2025 at 4pm to the attention of Theo Barker, Interim Executive Co-Lead (Clinical) at ed@nfht.ca. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information about our organization, please visit www.nfht.ca.

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