laboratory medical program jobs in Calgary, AB

Location:
Calgary, AB, CA

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Req ID: 56133
Jobs by Category: Health
Job Function: Clinical / Medical
Status: Full Time
Schedule: Regular
Description

Location: On-site at TELUS Sky - 685 Centre St S, Calgary, AB
Schedule: Monday to Friday - 8:00 am to 4:30 pm or 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Who is TELUS Health?

TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading-edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health.
Our team members across the country are united by their commitment to continuously innovating to make healthcare more accessible and deliver improved health experiences for everyone.
Do you share our passion? Let's create a healthier future, together!

Our team and what we'll accomplish together

You'll join our Calgary-based clinical team of multidisciplinary healthcare professionals — including dietitians, nurses, exercise physiologists and physicians — who work collaboratively every day to ensure clients feel welcomed, supported, and guided through their health journey.

The dietitian's primary role is to deliver excellent, evidence-based clinical care to clients across the health spectrum. We specialize in nutrition management for chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and prediabetes, obesity, and gut health. We also work with individuals seeking to optimize their energy and athletic or work performance, and those managing food allergies and intolerances.

At TELUS Health, we strive for high-quality, evidence-based care that makes a real difference in our clients' lives.

What you'll do

As part of the team, you'll be responsible for:
Screening all patient charts prior to their appointment
Reviewing and assessing relevant laboratory data
Conducting a thorough history of food and diet concerns
Analyzing and comparing food intake with nutritional requirements
Applying knowledge of nutrition requirements throughout the life cycle
Translating scientific, medical, and nutrition information into practical, individualized nutrition recommendations for our clients and supporting them in goal setting
Determining potential nutrient, supplement, and drug interactions
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team (physicians, nurses, and wellness coaches) to provide optimal care; we meet weekly to discuss complex cases and coordinate care
Conducting individual counseling sessions, with dedicated time for chart review, lab analysis, and team collaboration meetings
Qualifications

What you bring

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutritional Science, Nutrition Major
Dietetic Internship completed in a public or private healthcare environment
Current Registration with the College of Dietitians of Alberta
Minimum 2+ years of experience as a clinical dietitian, OR a recent graduate with strong practicum experience in a clinical setting and demonstrated commitment to professional development
Strong skills in communication, interpersonal interaction, organization, and time management
Comfortable with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar) and Microsoft Outlook
Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Great-to-haves

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
Experience delivering virtual or telehealth nutrition counseling
Experience providing nutrition counselling and support to clients using GLP-1 medications
Familiarity with nutrition tracking apps or dietary assessment software tools

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Salary Range: $35-$61
Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 0%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if the posted salary range doesn't match your expectations. We're open to discussing competitive compensation packages tailored to your experience level and expertise. TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role's requirements
Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
And much more …
Job Type: This is for a current vacancy
A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

TELUS Health is an IT leader in Canada that focuses on the health sector. Our mission is to improve the way information is being used along the continuum of care to better the health of citizens in Canada and in selected countries.

Disclaimer: In accordance with the TELUS Health Solutions Data Center Security Policy, as a condition of employment, all team members whose job functions require they work at a Data Center and/or have access to detailed knowledge of technology related to client service delivery, are subject to a Personnel Security Screening conducted through the Government of Canada.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.

By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.