Clinical Dietitian (Level 1/2)
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 1/2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour + Annual leave Loading + 11.5% Superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ541460
In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!
About the role
The Osteoarthritis Chronic Care Program (OACCP) is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary management program for Osteoarthritis of the hip and/or knee. It is structured around a quality framework that is person-centred, collaborative and evidence-based and which targets improvements in pain, function and quality of life for the individual living with this chronic disease.
The NSW Model of care for Osteoporotic Re-fracture Prevention (ORP) aims to support evidenced-based care for the prevention of re-fracture in people sustaining minimal trauma fractures and presenting to NSW health services in public or private care settings. It outlines the implementation of appropriate care that is consistent with current guidelines and has been shown to be effective in reducing the risk of re-fracture and improving the management of osteoporosis within the Australian context. The primary purpose of this role is to provide a high quality Dietetic service to patients/clients and carers in order to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for patients/clients of the OACCP, the ORP service and other services as required.
This will include providing nutrition care, education, counselling and nutrition support to outpatients in the
OACCP/ORP clinics and active involvement in quality assurance and service development activities within the department. Level 2 staff may be involved in clinical supervision of more junior staff and students. Staff may be required to assist service delivery across various settings at the discretion of line management. Exercise professional judgement in line with years of experience.
For more information, please see the Position Description
Ideal Candidate
- Must hold a Bachelor or post graduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia.
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and clinical experience in Nutrition and Dietetic practice and the provision of services to dietetics, in an inpatient and outpatient setting.
Benefits and Perks!
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
- Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information, please visit Benefits at SLHD
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
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For enquiries, please contact Rebecca Lai on (02) 9153 2200 or via email at rebecca.lai1@health.nsw.gov.au
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Applications Close: 2 February 2025
