Company Description
Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.
At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace — one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.
We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.
Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.
Job Description
We are very excited to offer two highly sought-after Dietitian roles in our Allied Health team at Epworth Geelong!
We are seeking interest from passionate Grade 2 or an experienced Grade 1 Dietitians (minimum 3 years) currently looking for casual opportunities.
Applications are invited from innovative, dynamic and highly motivated Dietitians committed to evidence based and multidisciplinary care. Working as part of a small Dietetics team, these roles will be responsible for managing the nutritional needs of both inpatients, outpatients and ambulatory patients.
Clinical areas at Epworth Geelong include surgical, critical care, gastroenterology, orthopaedics, neurology, pain management, cardiorespiratory, oncology, medical and rehabilitation. This role may require successful applicants to work shifts as a sole clinician on site as required.
Having access to ongoing professional development opportunities as well as links to our wider team within our Epworth network, this is a fantastic opportunity not to be missed!
You will make an impact by:
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Promoting and providing dietetic and nutritional intervention across a range of inpatient wards and outpatient services
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Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality care using a patient-centred approach
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Actively participating in quality activities ensuring opportunities for improvement are actively explored and best practice is achieved as required as well as contributing to student supervision.
To be successful in this role you will have:
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Previous experience in an acute setting
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Commitment to best practice and working within a multidisciplinary team
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Well-developed time management, prioritisation and communication skills
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The ability to work with key stakeholders to deliver excellent patient care and outcomes
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A quality and risk focused approach to clinical practice, patient care and decision making
Position Description Grade 1 Position Description Grade 2 Inherent Requirements
About Epworth Geelong
Epworth Geelong, located adjacent to Deakin University’s Medical School in Waurn Ponds, is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria. Providing exciting career opportunities to doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff. It features contemporary design, cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care, whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and rehabilitation services.
Qualifications
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Bachelor/Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent
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Eligibility for membership with Dietitians Australia
Additional Information
Why Join Epworth?
At Epworth, it’s a community.
It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:
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Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, plus $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance leading to greater take home pay
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Discounted private health insurance
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Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
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Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
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The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia!
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.
If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.
Ready to Make a Difference?
To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.
For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or call (03) 9426 0606. Advertising to continue until the role is filled.
Apply now....we have over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!
It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.
