Dietitian - Grade 2 Residential Aged Care

• Permanent Part-Time (0.42 EFT)
• Eastern Health Residential Aged Care
• Exciting opportunity for a dynamic and passionate Dietitian to provide high quality care in a brand new facility
• Opportunity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes for residents

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

The role is a newly created position in response to the growing needs within Eastern Health residential aged care services.  The role will be responsible for providing direct clinicial care to optimise the health and well-being of residents aligned to the values of Eastern Health and principles of the Aged Care Quality Standards.  This role will commence in the existing Eastern Health residiental aged care facilities and transition to the new, purpose-built facility at the Wantirna Health site upon its completion. 

About you 

You will be able to demonstrate the Eastern Health values and you will be passionate about the care of the older person.  You will possess excellent clinical skills and be committed to quality improvement and service development based on best practise.  You will also be organised and efficient, with an unwavering commitment to providing great care, everywhere, everytime.

You will work closely with the Residential Aged Care Allied Health Interdisciplinary Team.  You will also be provided with clinical supervision and explore opportunities to develop your clinical skills.  You will become part of the Aged and Complex Dietetics Stream, with opportunities to engage in relevant quality work and professional development.  In addition, you will receive operational support from the Allied Health GEM and Palliative Care Manager. 

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  This offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

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

• 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 Values:  Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence

 **Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**