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Student Trainee - Dietetics
Redcliffe Hospital
A Health Practitioner Trainee will deliver allocated clinical activities for which they have been trained and assessed as competent. Clinical activities will be allocated under the direction and supervision of a Health Practitioner. Duties may also include a range of non-clinical activities.
Job details
| Position status | Casual |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP1 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RD686282 |
| Closing date | 07-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Alyce Nissen |
| Contact details | 07 3049 6880 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
The Health Practitioner Trainee performs a range of clinical support activities and on the job skills development while engaged in formal tertiary studies necessary to acquire the relevant entry level qualification (mandatory) for employment as a Health Practitioner in Queensland.
A Health Practitioner Trainee will deliver allocated clinical activities for which they have been trained and assessed as competent. Clinical activities will be allocated under the direction and supervision of a Health Practitioner. Duties may also include a range of non-clinical activities.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Work within a scope of practice that is commensurate with the level of knowledge and skill development of current tertiary studies (previously assessed as being competent in).
- Under direction and supervision, perform a defined range of clinical assessment and treatment tasks within the scope of practice as allocated by the supervising Dietitians in accordance with Department work unit guidelines, professional and ethical standards and relevant Queensland Health policies.
- Clarify directions that are unclear and refuse the allocation of clinical activities not yet competent in.
- Under the supervision of the Dietitians, initiate changes to treatment programs using results from standardised assessments, decision support tools, clinical pathways and/or patient guidelines.
- Provide education to patients and their families on a defined range of topics.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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