Senior Dietitian - Grade 3

Position Title Senior Dietitian - Grade 3
Employment Type Temporary Full Time
Location Maroondah Hospital
Award Classification Medical Scientists (18) (Victorian Public Health Sector (Medical Scientists, Pharmacists & Psychologists) Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025 - DIETITIAN GR 3 YR 4
Hours (per fortnight) 80
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position Summary
Grade 3Senior Dietitian

• Fixed Term Full Time role (until Dec 2024) | Car parking available
• Based at Maroondah Hospital, with willingness to travel to other EH sites as required
• Opportunity to join a large, friendly, supportive and dynamic dietetics department, and share your clinical and leadership expertise

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
A fixed term position has become available within the Eastern Health dietetics team for a Grade 3Senior Dietitian, with broad-ranging clinical experience. The successful applicant will work as directed, as part of the team of dietitians providing service to Eastern Health primarily at Maroondah Hospital, but there may be a need/opportunity for travel to other Eastern Health sites. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic person to join the Dietetics leadership team at Eastern Health. Our team is made up of Dietitians working in multidisciplinary teams across the Continuum of Care in Acute, Sub-acute, Ambulatory and Residential Aged Care settings. We have a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and research, mentoring and staff support through regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Minimum of seven years practical experience in the field of nutrition and dietetics.
• Well-developed clinical experience across a range of clinical areas.
• Experience in supervision of staff and students.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise and leadership and particular specialist knowledge in a recognised clinical area.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake professional supervision and promote professional competence of other dietetic staff.
• Demonstrated dietetic research and quality improvement skills including a strategic approach to planning and development, data analysis and project management.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills that promote team-work and a proven ability to relate effectively to people at all levels in the organisation.
• High level written skills with demonstrated ability in policy and procedure development and implementation, and submission writing.

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 !

• 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 .
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Selection Criteria Essential: Are you eligible for membership of Dietitians Australia and the Accredited Practising Dietitian program?
Contact Person Jo McKinstry (Dietetics Manager)
Contact Number (04) 6678 1936
Closing Date 21/01/2024
Position Description Grade 3 Dietitian AAM Position Description Dec 23.pdf
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.