Allied Health Assistant - Dietetics

Eastern Health; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 65 000 - 85 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Investment in your career

Work-life balance

Wellbeing support

Financial incentives

Resumo da oferta

Eastern Health in Melbourne's east is seeking a Grade 2 Allied Health Assistant to join the Dietetics team at Box Hill Hospital. You will support dietitians and patients, with travel to other Eastern Health sites as needed, inpatients and care across the Continuum of Care.

The role offers mentoring, ongoing professional development and a focus on evidence-based practice. You will work in a supportive, inclusive team committed to high-quality patient care, flexible hours, and a strong

Qualificações

• Completion of a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or recognised equivalent) and a minimum of 80 hours of clinical experience.
• Demonstrated human rights-based approach to all aspects of work.
• An ability to recognise, understand and report risk with sound judgement.
• Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with Allied Health Assistants, Allied Health Professionals and other members of the healthcare team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Conhecimentos

Teamwork

Communication

Risk awareness

Human rights-based approach

Formação académica

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Permanent part-time (26 hours per week) | Flexible hours to support your ideal work-life balance
• Box Hill Hospital | Easy access to public transport, shopping, and dining options
• Opportunities for career growth | Mentorship and ongoing education provided

Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne’s east and beyond.

About the role

We are seeking a Grade 2 Allied Health Assistant to join our Dietetics team. In this role, you will support a team of dietitians primarily at Box Hill Hospital, but there may be a need/opportunity for travel to other Eastern Health sites. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic person with a passion for nutrition and dietetics to provide innovative and evidence-based support to inpatients. Our team is made up of Dietitians and AHAs working in multidisciplinary teams across the Continuum of Care in Acute, Subacute, Care at Home and Residential Aged Care settings.We have a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and research, mentoring and staff support through regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.

We offer a supportive, inclusive environment with strong supervision, generous entitlements, and professional development opportunities to help you grow your career. We are investing heavily in our AHA workforce and actively partner with our workers to grow their skills and enhance their working experience. Whether you are looking to develop your skills, broaden your experience or take the next step in your allied health career, you will be supported to make a genuine difference to our diverse community.

What you’ll bring

• Completion of a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or recognised equivalent) and a minimum of 80 hours of clinical experience.
• Demonstrated human rights-based approach to all aspects of work.
• An ability to recognise, understand and report risk with sound judgement.
• Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with Allied Health Assistants, Allied Health Professionals and other members of the healthcare team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

What we offer

Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:

• Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways.
• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, study and professional development leave, and leave purchasing options.
• Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources.
• Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.

You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required.

Our commitments

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.

Contact Person:Jo McKinstry

Contact Number:0466 781 ***

Job Posting End Date: Tuesday 3 November 2026

Need help submitting your application?

Contact the person listed in the advertisement or our Talent Acquisition team for support on (03) 9955 7*** (option 1) or ***************@easternhealth.org.au, including discussing any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.

Our Values in Action

Respect for all | Safe and welcoming | Partnering in care | Innovate, learn and lead