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Senior Dietitian
Wacol, Spring Creek, Ironbark
Use your dietetic expertise to improve health outcomes in a unique and diverse clinical setting at West Moreton Health! This role is to deliver high level nutrition and dietetic clinical services and leadership through the Primary Health Care Service, provided by Custodial Primary Health Services, to correctional centres within the West Moreton Hospital and Health Service region. Duties are of a complex and varied nature and the majority are performed with a high level of independence.
Temporary Part-time opportunity to 31 December 2027!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM696621_11 |
| Closing date | 23-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | 31 December 2027 |
| Contact person | Jessica Atkin |
| Contact details | 32718783 Access the National Relay Service |
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
What we're looking for
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- High level knowledge, expertise and skills in autonomous workload management to deliver dietetic services, including assessment, intervention and evaluation within a multidisciplinary team in accordance with established clinical & departmental protocols, policies and procedures, utilising evidence-based practice and ethical standards.
- Ability to liaise and work effectively in a professional manner with offenders and Queensland Corrective Services, other health professionals, students, and external agencies to achieve a client centred approach, utilising negotiation, and conflict resolution skills as required.
- Ability to provide high level general and profession specific clinical advice to clinical leaders, team leaders and other multidisciplinary team members within the Custodial Primary Health Servcie.
- Experience in the identification, development, implementation and evaluation of quality and service improvement and/or research activities that enhance the delivery of dietetic services.
- Ability to provide nutrition and dietetic education, clinical leadership and clinical practice supervision to dietetic students.
Mandatory Requirements
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Appointment to this position requires proof of a recognised degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics and be eligible for full membership with the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) and Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) credential. Certified copies of relevant qualification should be provided to the service director prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
- A Queensland Corrective Services check will be undertaken on persons recommended for employment.
Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
- A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
To apply
For 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
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