Dietitian - Grade 2 - Palliative Care

Do you work for Eastern Health currently? If so, please log in to Eastern Health Careers Employee Login using your network login details to see the full range of jobs available to you. Fixed Term (until July 2026) Part-Time | 2 days a week | Enjoy stability & work‑life balance Based at Wantirna Health | Work close to cafes and public transport Opportunity to join an innovative and supportive dietetic team | Palliative Care Unit Enjoy Fitness Passport | Excellent entitlements and professional development Eastern Health Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community. Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”. About the role A position has become available within the Eastern Health Dietetics team for a part‑time Grade 2 Dietitian to work in our Palliative Care unit. The successful dietitian will work as directed, as part of the team of dietitians providing services to Eastern Health. Our team is made up of Dietitians working in Multidisciplinary teams across the Continuum of Care in Acute, Sub‑Acute, Ambulatory and Residential Aged Care settings. We have a strong commitment to evidence‑based practice and research, mentoring and staff support through regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development. This position is primarily based at Wantirna Health, but may involve cover across other areas depending on need. This position is fixed‑term until July 2026. About you To be successful in this role you will possess: Eligibility for membership of the Dietitians Australia (DA) and the Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) program Holder of a current Driver’s Licence Well consolidated post‑graduate experience Demonstrated advanced dietetic skills across a range of clinical areas Demonstrated multidisciplinary teamwork skills Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to develop evidence‑based and innovative dietetic services Demonstrated experience in the design and implementation of research and quality improvement activities Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development and education Demonstrated experience in Dietetic student clinical education & training Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment. What we offer Mentor and Shadowing program Access to discovery days across our 50 sites Study and professional development leave Friendly & supportive teams Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Fitness Passport for work‑life balance Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme Access to Private Health Insurance offers Digital upskilling, such as Excel and Power‑BI training Cafés at all of our Hospitals Next Steps Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia. We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check. Good to know We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team. We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees. As a child‑safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture. Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine‑preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. Advertising may end before the closing date. We do not accept recruitment agency application If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles. Contact number: *** Contact Email: **************@easternhealth.org.au Our Values in Action Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day #J-18808-Ljbffr