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.
- Casual Dietitian - 2 positions available
- Grade 2 Classification (AJ1-AJ4)
- The Alfred location
- Great staff benefits
The Department
Alfred Health’s Dietetics and Nutrition Department provides an integrated service at The Alfred, Sandringham and Caulfield Hospitals. The joint Dietetics and Nutrition Department is comprised of 46 EFT and approximately 63 people. It is organised into seven 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.
The Dietetics and Nutrition Department has a long and valued relationship with The Alfred, with the first dietitian being employed in 1930. It has a proud history of clinical and academic excellence. The Department has strong relationships with Monash and Latrobe University Nutrition Departments and is integral to the clinical teaching and training of student dietitians.
The Position Summary
Alfred Health’s Dietetic & Nutrition Department is seeking an enthusiastic, adaptable and skilled Grade 2 Dietitian to join their busy clinical department. Key areas for cover include both acute and sub-acute clinical services, with opportunities to work across Alfred Health’s inpatient campuses (The Alfred Hospital, Caulfield Hospital and Sandringham Hospital). The Grade 2 Dietitian will work collaboratively with members of the Dietetics and Nutrition Department and the multidisciplinary team, including medical, nursing, other Allied Health and food service staff, to advance patient centred-care and optimise nutritional wellbeing and recovery. You will be provided with clinical supervision and opportunities to engage in relevant quality work and professional development.
Skills and Experience Required
- You will be able to demonstrate and uphold the beliefs of Alfred Health, be passionate about the care of your patients and possess excellent clinical skills.
- At least 3 years post-graduate experience as a Dietitian
- Be eligible for membership of DA and APD credentialing
Staff Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Access to health and wellbeing incentives
- Discounted health insurance
- Staff Car Parking (subject to availability)
- Onsite staff gym, a payroll deductible expense (Alfred Hospital)
Please send enquiries to Caroline Kratzing, Acting Manager of Dietetics & Nutrition, Alfred Health - 0419 770 055
Applications close at 11.00 pm on Wednesday 01st of May 2024
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