• Exciting opportunity to join Peninsula Health
• Grade 1 Dietitian, Full-time, Ongoing Position (80 Hours Per Fortnight)
• Classification range: *DIETITIAN GR 1 YR 1-7 (AI 1-7) dependent on years of experience
Who We Are and What We Stand For:
Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care. To realise this vision, we need people who strive for a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation and looking for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others. In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.
What You Will Be Doing:
We are seeking an innovative and flexible Grade 1 Dietitian who has a passion for learning and evidence-based care to work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team. The position will be initially based at The Mornington Centre (a 90-bed Geriatric Evaluation and Management Facility). Cover and rotations at other Peninsula Health sites (Frankston Hospital, Rosebud Hospital and Golf Links Road Rehabilitation Hospital) may be required.
The Dietitian will work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, providing assessment, management plans and discharge planning strategies with the emphasis on achieving optimal outcomes for clients, as relevant to the specific client goals. This is a dynamic, challenging and rewarding position, suited to a Dietitian with a commitment to best practice in integrated and multi-disciplinary care.
Key responsibilities are outlined in the Position Description
What You Need:
• Member, or eligible for membership of Dietitians Australia
• Recent clinical experience in an inpatient setting
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• A keen interest and motivation to increase skills in clinical dietetics
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Conducts evidence-based practice and is committed to professional development
• Ability to be an effective team member
What Next:
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact People Experience Team on 9784-2700.
If you are interested and would like more information please call Renee Gleeson (Wed-Friday) Sub-acute Senior Dietitian on 03 9784 8693 or Kate Lambell (Mon-Thurs) Head of Nutrition and Dietetics on 0438 381 360.
The role ceases advertising on Friday 13th June, 2025.
Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Additional Requirements:
Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities. To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.
