AddressGrade 2 Dietitian- Continuing Care
- Ongoing Part Time | Experience work-life balance
- Work in an innovative new subacute service | NDIS
- Wantirna- Continuing Care | Car parking available
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
Continuing Care is a new and innovative subacute service specialising in the progression of care with a particular focus on patients with disabilities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Grade 2 Dietitian to be part of a multidisciplinary team that combines their skills to provide evidence based patient centred care in this dedicated setting.
The successful candidate will be an excellent problem solver, who can work well within a team, but also have excellent time management skills in order to work independently. The candidate will also have strong clinical skills who has the ability to advocate for consumer’s nutritional needs in complex discharge planning.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- • A degree or higher qualifications in dietetics
• Eligible for Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) or an AdvAPD status and maintain this accreditation annually.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• Demonstrated excellent track record of teaching or student supervision experience in a tertiary environment.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise and leadership and particular specialist knowledge in the area of food service.
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Hold a valid Victorian Drivers Licence
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
- All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
- All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
For additional resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants click here: Aboriginal Health | Eastern Health
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**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
