Allied Health Assistant (Nutrition Assistant)

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent Position
• Part-time (0.42EFT / 32 hours per fortnight)
• Grade 2 or Grade 3 Allied Health Assistant
• Based at The Alfred Hospital
• Great Staff Benefits!

The Department

Alfred Health’s Dietetics and Nutrition Department provides an integrated nutrition and dietetic service at The Alfred, Sandringham and Caulfield Hospitals. The joint Nutrition Department is comprised of approximately 48EFT and 70 staff members. It is organised into eight clinical streams and provides a 7-day service. Using evidence-based, patient-centred care it provides clinical expertise to Alfred Health’s patients during their healthcare journey, including the prevention and treatment of malnutrition and the optimisation of nutritional wellbeing and recovery through tailored, specialised nutrition therapy.

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity is available for an enthusiastic and motivated Nutrition Assistant (NA) to join Alfred Health’s Dietetics and Nutrition Department. Working in conjunction with Dietitians, the NA will help to improve patient experience and outcomes by supporting the provision of nutrition to patients, families and carers at Alfred Heath. The NA will support various clinical interventions designed to provide timely access to high-quality nutritional care. This role also includes the provision of administration support, helping ensure that department tasks are managed in an appropriate, timely and efficient manner.

Skills and Qualifications Required

You will be able to demonstrate the Alfred Health values and be passionate about providing high-quality, nutritional care. You will have a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent qualification (including in Nutrition or Health Science). Previous experience working in a healthcare setting and/or Dietetics and Nutrition Department is desirable. You will be organised, efficient and proficient in the use of MS Office applications. You will be provided with clinical supervision and opportunities to develop your clinical and leadership skills. You will be an integral member of the Dietetics and Nutrition Department, with opportunities to engage in relevant quality work and professional development.

Staff Benefits

• Salary Packaging
• Discount Health Insurance
• Car Parking (subject to availability)
• Onsite Gym (Alfred Hospital)
• Child care services (Alfred Hospital)
• Close to shops and public transport

All enquiries regarding this role, please contact Caroline Kratzing, Deputy Manager, Dietetics and Nutrition on 0419 770 055

Applications close at 11 pm Sunday, 17th August 2025

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au