Title:  Senior Paediatric Dietitian

Senior Dietitian - Paediatric

• Ongoing, Part Time position | 2 days per week | work life balance!

• Community Health based in Outer East Region (Ringwood East and Yarra Valley)  

• Be supported in a multi-disciplinary team with regular supervision  

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 and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

In this role  you will 

• provide clinical leadership in the practice of Nutrition and Dietetics generally, and in particular, excellence of practice and specialist dietetic knowledge in a nominated area (paediatrics). 

• provide clinical services to children and their families at Community Health, Eastern Health, utilising both group and individual therapy models 

• provide clinical leadership to a team of dietitians and allied health assistants 

• work closely with other dietitians, paediatric allied health professionals and allied health assistants to ensure optimal evidence based interventions 

• support the growth of development of dietitians through clinical supervision and professional development 

• collaborate with colleagues across Eastern Health and with other Allied Health professionals to lead quality improvement and research activities 

• work with the Team Leader and other senior professionals to guide the operational and professional performance of the team and ensure key performance indicators and targets are achieved.  

About you   

You are a skilled and compassionate dietitian, bringing: 

• Specialist knowledge / experience in care of paediatric client in the community health setting 

• Demonstrated experienced in the delivery of clinical education and clinical supervision, including coaching and performance management for students and staff 

• Passionate about developing others, with strong organisational skills and a clear, warm communication style 

• Enjoyment in developing others, are highly organised and are clear and warm communicator. 

• Leading by example, thriving in a community environment and are truly passionate about delivering a high standard of evidence based dietetic interventions 

• Proven leadership experience that fosters a culture teamwork and continuous learning and development 

• Innovative and dynamic leadership in the field of Dietetics. Leading capability development will be an area that will excite you 

• Knowledge of evidence translation and innovation to ensure Eastern Health continues to meet needs of our community now and in the future 

• Experience in assessment and delivery of therapy in both group and one to one models for clients with communication difficulties.  

• Experience in the assessment and management of patients presenting with Paediatric Feeding Disorders 

Mandatory Requirements: 

• Well consolidated clinical experience in paediatric dietetics (minimum 7 years) 

• Proven experience leading a team of Dietetic clinicians in clinical research / quality improvement 

• An approved undergraduate or post graduate degree in Dietetics 

• Eligibility for membership of Dietitians Australia and Accredited Practicing APD membership 

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals 

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please Click Here for the Position Description

Contact Person: Stephanie Walker

Contact Number: 0435 265 774

Contact Email: stephanie.walker@easternhealth.org.au

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) 

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day