AddressIf you are ready to make a meaningful impact in rehabilitation and be part of a team that values collaboration, patient-centered care, and professional excellence, we encourage you to apply!
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time Until July 2025
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 3
Remuneration: $54.77 - $56.54 Per Hour + 11% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ490929
Applications Close: Monday, 24th June 2024
Dietitian
Awabakal Country
Rankin Park Centre and John Hunter Hospital
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
About the role:
We are excited to announce an opportunity for a motivated Dietitian to join our dedicated team at Rankin Park. Located within a vibrant rehabilitation setting, our team at Rankin Park is known for its approachable and supportive atmosphere. As an integral part of our multidisciplinary team, you will engage closely with patients, participate in case conferences, and contribute to their rehabilitation journey. What sets Rankin Park apart is our emphasis on teamwork and the value we place on nutrition in patient care. You will not only witness but actively contribute to patients' progress as they work towards leaving the hospital.
This position offers a unique blend of responsibilities, including two non-consecutive days at Rankin Park (with Fridays mandatory) and one day per fortnight at John Hunter Hospital (JHH), with the potential for additional days at JHH initially. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate closely with the JHH dietitian team, just a short walk away on the same campus, fostering professional growth and camaraderie. Interviews for this position will be conducted between June 25 and July 5, with the role starting on July 15, 2024, and continuing through July 20, 2025.
At Rankin Park, we are looking for a dietitian who is passionate about rehabilitation and thrives in a dynamic team environment. You'll receive full support from the JHH dietetic and Nutrition and Dietetics leadership team, ensuring you are oriented to the department and provided with ongoing clinical supervision and professional development opportunities. We are committed to your growth and will support you in pursuing education, upskilling, and other developmental activities aligned with both your individual goals and the goals of the JHH dietetics team.
Where you'll be working:
This is an opportunity to work for the largest employer in the region which services a population of more than 900,000 across the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast areas.
Rankin Park Centre is a 40-bed specialised rehabilitation facility for patients recovering from injuries and strokes.
John Hunter Hospital is a Level 6, tertiary referral, major trauma and teaching hospital and is the largest hospital in the Hunter New England Local Health District.
Benefits:
- Orientated to the department and excellence framework.
- Provided with clinical supervision.
- Supported to undertake further education to meet individual development needs.
- ADO's each month (for full time employees).
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees).
- Salary packaging options.
- Fitness Passport.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
Requirements:
- Must hold a bachelor or postgraduate degree in nutrition and dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description.
- Find out more about applying for this position.
For role-related queries or questions contact Julie Mcfarlane on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au.
Information for Applicants:
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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