Grade 4 Dietitian - Surgical and Nutrition Support

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Grade 4 Dietitian - Surgical and Nutrition Support Pay: Competitive Location: Melbourne/Victoria Employment Type: Full-Time Job Description Req#: H4KPF 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. Fixed-term position (12 months) from 28th April 2025 Full-time (80 hours per fortnight) - available as part-time/job share Classification: Grade 4 Dietitian (JC1-JC41) Based at The Alfred Hospital The Department of Dietetic and Nutrition Services is provided at The Alfred, Sandringham, and Caulfield Hospitals. The joint Nutrition department is comprised of approximately 48 EFT and 65 people, organized into eight clinical streams, providing a 7-day service. The Dietetic and Nutrition Department has a long and valued relationship within the Alfred, with the first dietitian being employed in 1930. The department has a proud history of clinical and academic excellence and a strong relationship with Monash and Latrobe University Nutrition Departments, integral to clinical teaching and training of undergraduate dietitians. The Role We are seeking an outstanding senior clinical Dietitian with a focus on oesophagogastric cancers and surgery. This position works collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team to advance patient-centred care and nutrition service development. This Senior Dietitian also leads and coordinates the Nutrition Support program within Alfred Health, including the development and maintenance of a strategic approach to the provision of oral, enteral, and parenteral nutrition across all Alfred Health sites. The successful candidate will be well supported by a high-performing team with a great culture. The Nutrition department has a proud history of research, and there is opportunity to participate in and/or lead research projects. Skills/Qualifications Required Strong clinical skills in nutrition support and experience working across inpatient and outpatient services Excellent communication skills, ability to lead a team, and proficiency in nutrition education and capability development Demonstrated leadership in research, continuous quality improvement, and service development Possesses qualifications providing eligibility for full membership of the Dietitians’ Australia (DA) and participation in the APD program 10 years post-graduate experience, including at least 7 years' experience in surgical nutrition management Post-graduate qualification in or progressing toward one in Health Management, Public Health, or Research Staff Benefits Salary Packaging Discounted Health Insurance Staff Car Parking (subject to availability) On-site gym (Alfred Hospital) Child care services (Alfred Hospital) Please send all enquiries to Andrea Bramley, Manager of Dietetics and Nutrition, Alfred HealthPhone: 0429 271 963 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 compliance with the Victorian Chief Health Officer's Mandatory Vaccination Directions, all Alfred Health employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 with TGA approved vaccine and must have evidence of their vaccination status. About the Company The Alfred Hospital, also known as The Alfred or Alfred Hospital, is a leading tertiary teaching hospital in Melbourne, Victoria. #J-18808-Ljbffr