Dietitian - Healthscope

• Supportive and collaborative Allied Health team environment
• Bring your passion and skills to deliver outstanding care to our patients
• Part-time position, 15 hours per week - Grade 2
• Free on-site staff car parking and close to public transport

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Dietitian seeking a new challenge?

About the role
John Fawkner Private Hospital is currently seeking an experienced Grade 2 Dietitian to join our Allied Health team on a part-time basis, Friday’s and another day of your choice on a 12-month maternity leave contract. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to experience a varied caseload including gastrointestinal surgery, oncology, haematology, general medical, ICU, cardiac and orthopaedics and work as part of a strong and encouraging multidisciplinary team. 

About us
John Fawkner Private Hospital is a fully accredited 186-bed acute care facility providing a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, cancer and critical care services. Equipped with advanced medical, surgical and diagnostic technology, John Fawkner Private is focused on meeting the growing healthcare needs of patients in our local community and surrounding regions.

The Hospital has an established reputation as a leading healthcare provider, achieving recognition in many specialties throughout the years. Specialising in Cardiology, Orthopaedics, General Surgery and Cancer, the Hospital provides a comprehensive range of onsite medical and surgical services and delivering the highest standard in all areas of health care.

As the largest private hospital with the only private 24 hr. Emergency Department and Critical Care unit in northwestern Melbourne, John Fawkner Private works with highly skilled visiting specialists who offer subspecialty expertise.

John Fawkner Private Hospital has a long-established tradition for providing quality healthcare to our local community, the veteran community and patients travelling from regional northwest Victoria.

As a Dietitian your responsibilities will include:

• Providing evidence-based nutritional assessment and management of patients
• Demonstrating sound clinical reasoning and best practice dietary prescription
• Contributing to the multidisciplinary care of our patients
• Involvement with both inpatient and outpatient services

Essential Criteria:

• Bachelor in Nutrition and Dietetics (or equivalent)
• Current member of Dietitian Association of Australia
• Minimum 2 years’ acute hospital experience
• Exceptional time management and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously
• Proven excellence in customer service delivery
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to ongoing education and the provision of evidence-based practice
• Authority to Work in Australia

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care.

Our people are at the heart of our organisation – no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day.

As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for. Healthscope opens the door to endless opportunities for our people, giving them the flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.

We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development and education and support our people to grow and flourish securely. 

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.

While our hospital network is vast, Healthscope is a family. We support each other, we share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 16th September 2024

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to recruitment@healthscope.com.au

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.