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• Fixed Term Temporary Part Time Opportunity up to 11 months

Job details

About the role

The purpose of this role is to deliver high level nutrition and dietetic clinical services and leadership within Nutrition and Food Services to consumers of West Moreton Hospital and Health Services (WMHHS). Duties are of a complex and varied nature and the majority are performed with a high level of independence.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated high level of knowledge, expertise and skills in clinical practice.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and to work cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams including internal and external and stakeholders regarding service delivery and improvement opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide novel solutions to complex clinical problems through the adaptation or modification of established procedures
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan and evaluate clinical and /or food service quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to provide nutrition and dietetic education, clinical leadership and clinical practice supervision to less experienced Dietitians and dietetic students.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Appointment to this position requires proof of a recognised degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics and full membership with the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) and Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) credential. Certified copies of relevant qualification must be provided to the service director prior to the commencement of clinical duties
• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

 About West Moreton Health

 West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link  

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• WM642077_06 Senior Dietitian RD (PDF, 228KB)
  Role Description
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
  Information Package for Applicants