Clinical Dietitian Level 1/2 Permanent Fulltime
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 1/2
Remuneration: $70,944 - $82,899 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Auburn Hospital
Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Holroyd and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond' and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment.
Benefits of working for Western Sydney Local Health District:
- Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) every month, in addition to your annual leave (For full time staff)
- Salary Packaging - lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay. (Applicable for eligible employees) http://wslhdintranet.wsahs.nsw.gov.au/salary-packaging-with-smartsalary
- Meal entertainment lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay. (Applicable for eligible employees) http://wslhdintranet.wsahs.nsw.gov.au/salary-packaging-with-smartsalary
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) professional counselling and coaching service that offers confidential, short-term support for work-related and personal issues, which you and your immediate family can access
- Managers Support - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) professional consultative service for all managers, HR or senior staff that is confidential and unlimited for people management support
- Generous leave conditions in accordance with NSW Health (State) awards
- Recognition of prior relevant service may be considered toward commencing salary
- Leave may be transferrable from other public sector agencies in accordance with leave mobility provisions
What you'll be doing
We are seeking a dedicated Dietitian to deliver exceptional Nutrition and Dietetic services within the Western Sydney Local Health District. This role involves working with both inpatients and outpatients to enhance their nutritional well-being.
In this role you will:
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments.
- Provide tailored nutrition support and counselling.
- Deliver nutrition education sessions for individuals and groups.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimise patient care.
- Maintain high standards of service delivery and documentation.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume, cover letter and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Requirements:
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Nutrition and Dietetics, acceptable to the membership of the Dietitians’ Association of Australia (DAA).
Selection Criteria:
- Up-to-date knowledge and skills in dietetic practice.
- Well-developed written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills, effective time management and ability to prioritise workload.
- Able to work as an effective team member as well as work independently, including flexibility and adaptability to work across facility sites to meet service needs.
- Good computer skills, including experience using CBORD Diet Office System and Cerner eMR or equivalent.
- Previous experience as a clinical Dietitian.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of quality improvement principles.
- Ability to work a rotating roster, including weekends, public holidays and on call, if required.
Requisition ID: REQ525362
Applications Close: 17th November 2024
Need more information?
- Discover more about the application process.
- Review the Position Description detailed for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Bahija Zeidan on phone 0450 689 649 or email Bahija.Zeidan@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment you must hold current Australian work rights (I.E Australian citizen, permanent resident or NZ citizen with a current passport)
