Dietitian (503510L3) (Multiple Positions)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth

Hospitals North - Allied Health North

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 06 July, 2025 11 : 55 PM

Sunday 6 July, 2025 11 : 55 PM AEST

Award / Classification : Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 1-2

73,834 to $111,364 pro rata, per annum

Employment type : Region : North

Location : LGH Charles Street, Launceston

We are seeking Dieticians to provide a professional clinical dietetic service to patients that may at times include clinical areas of general medical, surgical, stroke unit, oncology, and rehabilitation. Services may be provided to inpatients, outpatients or through group education sessions

About Hospitals North : Our brand – Excellence Together – acknowledges the passion and commitment of our teams to deliver high quality health careOur 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 : Provide a professional clinical dietetic service to patients within the allocated rotational clinical workload. The clinical areas may at times include : general medical, surgical, stroke unit, oncology, and rehabilitation.Services may be provided to inpatients, outpatients or through group education sessionsYou will need : Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in current evidenced-based nutrition and dietetic theory and ability to adapt this to real life situationsHigh level communication and interpersonal skillsOrganisational skills and commitment to lifelong learningNote : - 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 appointments : Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 49.4 hours per fortnight, commencing 25 August 2025.Fixed term, part time, day worker position, working 38 hours per fortnight,commencing froma mutually agreed date until 17 July 2026.Fixed term, part time, day worker position, working 22.8 hours per fortnight,commencing from a mutually agreed date until 17 July 2026.Fixed term, part time, day worker position, working 30.4 hours per fortnight,commencing from1 September 2025 until 1 August 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 : $73,834 to $111,364 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022Salary 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.

Benefits available to eligible candidates Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

Tertiary qualification / program of study accredited by Dietitians Australia or overseas qualified dietitians will be required to complete Dietetic Skills Recognition (DSR) through Dietitians AustraliaEligible 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 RequirementsFull member of Dietitians AustraliaCurrent Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements)Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable :

Holds, or is working to, credentialing as an Accredited Practising DietitianNote : - 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.

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.

Name : Tracey Denmen

Position : Discipline Lead - Nutrition and Dietetics

Phone number : (03) 6777 6493

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!

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.

Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.

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