About Hospitals North
* Our brand – Excellence Together – acknowledges the passion and commitment of our teams to deliver high quality health care
* Our values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence (CARE). Our CARE values focus on the importance of care, compassion and kindness towards one another and the community as we strive to deliver safe, quality care and services.
* It is our goal to deliver Excellence Together as one team.
The Nutrition & Dietetics team
* We are a diverse, enthusiastic, and supportive team of 23 dietitians.
* As well as caring for our clients and each other, we are focused on quality improvement and professional development.
* We enjoy making the most of the outstanding foodie experiences in and around Launceston, which is a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. To tempt your tastebuds, we have the weekly farmer's market, farm to table experiences, with vineyards and distilleries located throughout the beautiful Tamar Valley and delicious dining at incredible local restaurants and cafes.
The Position
* The Senior Dietitian will provide a consumer focused and high quality clinical dietetic service in the allocated clinical areas, which may include: medical, surgical, paediatrics, parenteral nutrition. Services may be provided to inpatients or outpatients.
* The Senior Dietitian will contribute to the efficient and effective functioning of the Nutrition and Dietetic Service through practice supervision with other staff, and contribution to service planning and quality improvement activities.
You will need
* Significant clinical dietetic experience across a wide range of clinical areas and ability to manage complex cases.
* Exceptional teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills.
* Leadership skills in providing professional supervision and undertaking quality improvement activities.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment
Fixed term part time, day worker position, working 33 hours per fortnight, 16 March 2026 until 31 December 2026.
* notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$110,425 to $121,907 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2022.
Salary Packaging
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Allowances
Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
* Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
Benefits available to eligible candidates
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
* Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Dietitians Australia or overseas qualified dietitians will be required to complete Dietetic Skills Recognition (DSR) through Dietitians Australia
* Eligible for full membership with the Dietitians Australia.
* Eligible to join the Accredited Practising Dietitian Program.
Or where regulatory requirements exist, NDIS Q&S Commission Provider Registration Requirements
* Full member of Dietitians Australia
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
* Generic Senior Dietitian HP03 (July 2023) CSU.docx
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
How to apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
* applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Elise Brentnall
Position: Acting Discipline Lead Nutrition & Dietetics
Phone number:
Email address:
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle.
One Health Podcast - Spotify One Health Podcast - Apple Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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