Dietitian - Grade 2

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service; Shire of East Gippsland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Packaging options to increase take‑hom

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite wellbeing support

Lifestyle in East Gippsland

Job summary

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) in Gippsland, Victoria, is seeking a Nutrition and Dietetics professional with APD eligibility to provide evidence-based nutrition care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings. The role supports clinical teams and contributes to service development within East Gippsland’s largest employer.

The position offers a fixed term full-time schedule (80 hours per fortnight for 12 months, maternity leave) then 40 hours per fortnight ongoing, with

Qualifications

• Qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics and eligibility for APD status.
• Clinical experience as a Grade 2 Dietitian across acute, rehabilitation and/or community nutrition settings.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with ability to manage competing priorities and varied caseloads.
• Clear and concise communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Grow your skills with a collaborative Allied Health team in a dynamic regional hospital setting.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities with East Gippsland’s largest employer.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based nutrition assessment, intervention and evaluation across a diverse clinical caseload.
• Provide nutrition care to patients in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
• Apply advanced clinical reasoning to support patients with complex nutritional needs.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Support the supervision and development of students, Allied Health Assistants and junior clinicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning

Team collaboration

Prioritisation

Education

Nutrition & Dietetics degree

Job description

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time

Grade: Grade not specified

Occupation: Health and allied health

Location: Gippsland - East Gippsland

Reference: 3061

The Opportunity: Fixed Term Full Time | 80 hours per fortnight for 12 months, (maternity leave) then 40 hours per fortnight ongoing.

• Deliver evidence-based nutrition assessment, intervention and evaluation across a diverse clinical caseload.
• Provide nutrition care to patients in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
• Apply advanced clinical reasoning to support patients with complex nutritional needs.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Support the supervision and development of students, Allied Health Assistants and junior clinicians.
• Qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics and eligibility for APD status
• Clinical experience as a Grade 2 Dietitian across acute, rehabilitation and/or community nutrition settings
• Experience supervising and supporting the development of Grade 1 Dietitians, Allied Health Assistants or students
• A minimum of 2 years of experience, with ability to manage competing priorities and varied caseloads
• Clear and concise communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Grow your skills with a collaborative team Allied Health team in a dynamic regional hospital setting
• Professional development and career progression opportunities with East Gippsland’s largest employer
• Extensive packaging options to increase your take home pay
• Access Employee Assistance Programs and onsite wellbeing support
• Enjoy genuine work-life balance in a tourist destination hotspot in East Gippsland

Applications close: Wednesday 18th November

All appointments are subject to the below requirements. Successful applicants are unable to commence until these have been provided:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region. Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS.

At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is deeply committed to an environment that supports the safety and wellbeing of all people including children.