Dietitian

Mater Health Services; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development through Mater

Wellbeing support

Private health insurance discounts

Discounts across dining, retail, and旅行

Fitness Passport discounts

On-site parking

Cafés and campus food discounts

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Job summary

Mater Private Hospital Townsville is seeking an experienced Dietitian (HP3) to join our Allied Health team. You will provide high-quality nutrition and dietetic services across acute inpatient care, rehabilitation and renal settings, supported by a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants should hold a Nutrition and Dietetics degree and have experience in acute or rehabilitation dietetics, with strong communication and collaboration skills to improve patient outcomes within our not-for-profit health

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Experience across acute and/or rehabilitation dietetic services.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills with patients, families and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nutrition and dietetic services in line with professional standards.
• Manage a diverse clinical caseload across inpatient, rehabilitation, renal and cardiac rehab.
• Provide nutritional assessment, intervention, monitoring and education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health teams to support comprehensive care.
• Contribute to development and review of clinical practices and protocols.
• Participate in ward rounds, case conferences and discharge planning.
• Support quality improvement, accreditation and risk management activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data reporting.
• Promote Mater's Mission and Values within the team.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Nutrition and Dietetics degree

Job description

Job no: 506415
Work type: Permanent
Location: Townsville
Categories: Dietitian

About the Role

Mater Private Hospital Townsville is seeking an experienced and compassionate Dietitian (HP3) to join our Allied Health team. In this rewarding role, you will provide high-quality nutrition and dietetic services across a diverse range of clinical areas, including acute inpatient care, rehabilitation services, renal services, cardiac rehabilitation and food services.

As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you will apply your clinical expertise to deliver evidence-based care, support positive patient outcomes, and contribute to the ongoing development of our Nutrition and Dietetics service.

• Deliver high-quality nutrition and dietetic services in accordance with professional standards and best practice guidelines.
• Manage a diverse clinical caseload across inpatient, rehabilitation, renal and cardiac rehabilitation services.
• Provide nutritional assessment, intervention, monitoring and education to patients and their families.
• Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to support the delivery of comprehensive patient care.
• Contribute to the development and review of clinical practices, procedures and protocols.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, ward rounds and discharge planning.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, accreditation activities and risk management processes.
• Provide expert clinical advice and recommendations within your scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, data collection and reporting requirements.
• Actively contribute to a positive team culture and promote Mater's Mission and Values.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for improving patient outcomes.

You will also have:

• A tertiary qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Experience working across a broad range of clinical dietetic services, ideally within acute and/or rehabilitation settings.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently with minimal clinical supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, families and healthcare professionals.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous improvement and professional development.
• A patient-focused approach and alignment with Mater's Mission and Values.

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Advertised: 04 Aug 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
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