Allied Health Rural Reliever- Dietitian

The Allied Health Reliever Program within Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a well-established and unique service, operating since 2007 to support continuity of care across rural and regional communities.

The Dietitian Reliever will provide flexible clinical coverage across our New England North West facilities during periods of planned leave, professional development and staff vacancies. Working in blocks based on service needs, you will manage your own caseload and integrate into different multidisciplinary teams across the region.

The role offers variety and the opportunity to work across:

• Inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
• Adult and paediatric populations.
• A diverse range of dietetic caseloads and clinical presentations.
• Multiple rural and regional facilities.

Centrally supported by the Allied Health Directorate, this is an excellent opportunity to broaden your clinical experience, develop your skills and contribute to the delivery of quality dietetic services across rural and regional NSW.

About you

You are a flexible, adaptable and confident Dietitian who enjoys working across different clinical environments. You have strong clinical skills, excellent communication and organisational abilities, and are comfortable managing your own workload while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

You will be supported through on-site clinical supervision, orientation and informal training at each placement, ongoing oversight from the Allied Health Directorate and access to professional development opportunities.

This role offers the opportunity to expand your clinical experience, develop a broad skillset and grow professionally across a diverse range of dietetic services.

This is a Level 3 position. However, if there are no appropriate Level 3 applicants, applications from Level 1 and 2 will be considered. The selection criteria reflects the requirements for a Level 3 applicant. Responses from Level 1 or 2 applicants need to demonstrate their level of competence with regard to the same criteria and their ability to work towards Level 3. The expected performance of the incumbent will be commensurate with his/her years of experience and current level at commencement of appointment. The incumbent will work towards meeting the criteria for Level 3. 

Requirements

Must hold a bachelor or post graduate 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.

What we can offer:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
  
  
  
  Additional information:
   
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part-time vacancies.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

  
  
  How to apply:
   

  
  Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

  
  
  Do you have more than 3 years (full-time equivalent) clinical experience?

   
   

  Demonstrated high level verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences 
  
  Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within a multidsiciplinary team to manage complex situations. 
   

  Demonstrated understanding of the issues related to clinical practice in rural communities

Need more information? 
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For role related queries or questions contact Louise Maye on louise.maye@health.nsw.gov.au

 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 
 

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.  

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.  
 
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