Dietitian (Grade 2) - Metabolic & Ketogenic Diets

The Royal Children’s Hospital’s (RCH) Vision is “A world where all kids thrive”.RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children’s Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and the Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation. Having cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years, the hospital provides a full range of paediatric and adolescent health services, plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients across Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states and overseas. With over 6,000 staff, a budget of $850 m, 12 wards, 350 beds and an annual volume of 300,000+ specialist clinic appointments, 90,000+ emergency presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries, RCH is committed to the Child Safe Standards, staff safety and a positive culture through the enactment of our Compact. About The Role This is a fixed‑term, full‑time position covering parental leave for 11 months (10 Mar 2026‑14 Feb 2027) at 80 hours per fortnight within the Nutrition and Food Services department. You will be responsible for the nutritional management of patients with inborn errors of metabolism (0.4 EFT) and ketogenic diets (0.6 EFT), as well as other clinical specialties as required. The schedule is split into dedicated days: in‑born errors of metabolism – Thursdays and Fridays; ketogenic diets – Mondays, with two additional days negotiable. In addition to clinical duties, you will contribute to a non‑clinical portfolio, supervise students, and provide education to both students and other health‑care professionals. Classification will range from AJ1‑AJ4 with an annual base salary of $94,478.80‑$106,906.80 (plus superannuation). What You’ll Achieve Deliver specialised nutritional care to inpatients and outpatients according to protocols of the Nutrition & Food Services Department. Participate in professional development opportunities and clinical supervision to ensure best practice is maintained. Provide child‑centred, family‑focused care through partnerships with carers and families. Possess well‑developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills and attention to detail with the ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders. Actively contribute as an individual and as a member of a team to the continuous improvement of health‑care quality and patient safety. Your Skills And Experience Meet the eligibility criteria for full membership of Dietitians Australia (DA). Hold a degree in Dietetics from an accredited course/university, or have completed the Dietetic Skills Recognition assessment administered by DA if in the overseas candidate pathway. Demonstrated experience in an acute clinical environment beyond entry‑level. Experience in clinical paediatric dietetics or metabolic and ketogenic diets (minimum of 2 years). About The Department The Department of Nutrition and Food Services incorporates the clinical dietetic service, the Main Kitchen that caters for inpatient meals and the Central Formula Room that produces formula, enteral feeds and fortifies expressed breast milk to meet patients’ nutritional needs. The department sits within the Allied Health Directorate within the Division of Ambulatory Services at the Royal Children’s Hospital. What We Offer Salary packaging – increase your take‑home pay. Employee Assistance Program. Discounted on‑site car parking. Clinical supervision. Other Requirements Current National Criminal Record Check, or willingness to obtain it. Valid Working with Children Check. Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain it. Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation – Prevention of Vaccine‑Preventable Diseases” procedure. Application Process To apply, submit a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the position, and indicate whether you are interested in one or both roles and your available days. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Please note that the advertisement may close early if a suitable applicant is sourced. For more information or to apply, contact Keryn Coster – Manager, Nutrition and Food ServicesPhone: 03 9345 5668Email: We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability. RCH’s policy requires vaccination against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, with compliance to public health orders where applicable. Applicants must provide the Australian Government Immunisation History Statement; vaccination records and any relevant exemptions will be verified. Apply online by clicking the “Apply” button. Applications close 11 December 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr