Metabolic and Bariatric Dietitian

Job Description

Job no: 894984Work type: Part timeLocation: Adelaide CBDCategories: Allied and Scientific Health Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide Salary AHP-3 $104,180 -$111,746p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits Temporary up to 27/3/26 and part-time working 18.75 hours per week About the Role The Senior Metabolic & Bariatric Dietitian will be working in conjunction with the Care Co-Ordinator within the CALHN Metabolic & Bariatric Clinic team. This role sits within a multidisciplinary team operating in an outpatient setting to support patients with severe obesity and complex co-morbidities through a medical or surgical pathway. As a Senior Clinical Dietitian, you will take on a key role in the nutrition and dietetic care of patients within this specialty area, evaluating care, and ensuring the application of clinical dietetic policies and procedures. With your specialist knowledge and expertise, you will be responsible for the review and development of dietetic services, working with limited supervision and providing leadership in your area of focus. In addition to your clinical duties, you will offer support and supervision to fellow dietitians, both within the department and externally, providing professional consultancy to medical, nursing, and food services teams. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the evidence base through quality improvement initiatives, research, and play a pivotal role in the education and development of future dietitians. About You We are looking for a qualified and motivated Dietitian with a passion for making a difference in clinical nutrition. Key role requirements include: Full membership eligibility with the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA). Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience in relevant clinical nutrition, enteral feeding, and developing nutrition care policies. Leadership abilities, with demonstrated organisational and problem-solving skills to deliver quality care and training. About CALHN The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South Australia’s major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas. We’re looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through world-class care and world-class research and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia. Benefit of Joining CALHN At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including: Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing. Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied. Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families. Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program. Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. Application Information: Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. Enquiries to: Lisa Harley Position: Senior Manager Nutrition and Dietetics RAHPhone: 0466 861 503E-mail: Application Closing Date: 11:55 pm Friday 21 March 2025 Advertised: 06 Mar 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight TimeApplications close: 21 Mar 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time #J-18808-Ljbffr