Role responsibilities Clinical Practice: Undertake high level dietetic duties within the food service department at the Townsville Hospital and deliver high level dietetic services (which include screening, assessment, intervention and evaluation) to patients in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards, with a high degree of independence and infrequent need for clinical practice supervision. Apply professional judgement to a complex caseload, adapting routine clinical practice based on valid and reliable evidence. Contribute to clinical research activities within the area of dietetic practice. Coordinate local clinical education programs for nutrition assistants and dietetic student. Communication/Team Participation: Provide general clinical advice to professional and operational supervisors, relevant service managers and other stakeholders regarding service delivery. Work cooperatively and effectively within a team and with patients / clients. Leadership / Work Unit Management: Monitor and report on clinical practices and outcomes within clinical service area and actively participate in initiating, developing and implementing quality and service improvement activities that enhance the delivery of dietetic services Provide clinical practice supervision to HP3 dietetic practitioners and CA3 clinical assistants to ensure the maintenance of professional clinical standards within Townsville Hospital and Health Service. Generous remuneration package value up to $5092.50 p.m. comprising: Salary rates between $62.75 - $67.53 p.h. (HP4)17.5% annual leave loading + leave 12.75% employer superannuation contribution Professional Development allowance + leave Other employment benefits may include: salary sacrificing options ( ) , uniform and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs and access to corporate discounts Role requirements Mandatory requirement of a degree qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics from an accredited tertiary institution (or equivalent). Must hold a current Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) credential. For additional information regarding the responsibilities and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description. About the Location Townsville University Hospital is a great place to work and Townsville itself is a great place to live - with the natural wonders of Magnetic Island a short boat ride away and Townsville being one of the main gateways to the Great Barrier Reef.
Townsville offers great cafe culture at the strand with plenty of great walking tracks around the region, It is a dynamic neighbourhood with access to a variety of top-notch educational facilities, cutting-edge medical facilities, affordable housing, distinctive retail stores, great events, and a wide range of recreation opportunities.
Interested?
Contact: Bonnie Laskey-Gilboy on 07 4433 2952
Apply ONLINE by: Thursday 3 October 2024
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
