Senior Nutrition Assistant

West Moreton Health; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Up to 12.75% super

Job summary

West Moreton Health in Queensland is seeking a qualified professional to support nutrition and dietetics services as part of a broader health team, with a focus on community-based care across Ipswich and the West Moreton region.

Mandatory requirements include registration as an Oral Health Therapist with AHPRA, and a Certificate IV Allied Health Assistant – Nutrition & Dietetics; vaccination against specified diseases is required.

Qualifications

• Vaccination against specified diseases is required.
• AHPRA registration as an Oral Health Therapist must be provided.
• Certificate IV Allied Health Assistant – Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent.

Skills

Vaccination compliance

Oral Health Therapist registration

Education

Certificate IV Allied Health Assistant – Nutrition & Dietetics

Job description

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-acutecare, 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

About you

Please refer to the “About you” section in the attached role description.

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 qualification and registration as an Oral Health Therapist with AHPRA. A certified copy of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• Certificate IV Allied Health Assistant – Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent is required for this position.

Why choose us

• Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
• Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research 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.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.