Senior Dietitian

This is a Fixed Term Full-time appointment for 12 months with the possibility of extension(s).Job Share arrangements may also be considered.This position covers RITH sites for Royal Perth Hospital and South Guildford. This is where jobs become careers, passion finds its purpose, and your voice finds its place. Are you ready to dive headfirst into the community taking excellent health care where it's needed? Then South Metropolitan Health Service is the perfect place to start! SMHS delivers quality, safe and effective hospital and health services within a catchment area stretching more than 3300 square kilometres across the southern half of Perth. Our vision is Excellent health care, every time. You can read more about SMHS in our Strategic Plan here. Currently we are seeking a Senior Dietitian to join our team. The successful applicant(s) will:

• As part of a multidisciplinary team, plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate Dietetic services to patients in the clinical specialty area of RITH using advanced Dietetic clinical practice skills.
• Act as a Dietetic clinical consultant/resource to Dietitians and other health professionals.
• Plan, implement and evaluate patient safety and quality of care.
• Practice as a Senior Dietitian and ensure practice is in accordance with the Dietitians Australia National Competency Standards for Entry Level Dietitians and SMHS policies and guidelines

South Guildford RITH Site The South Guildford RITH site is situated 12km north-east of the Perth CBD in a quiet residential area. The site services a large portion of Perth’s Eastern Suburbs and Hills population. Free on-site secure parking is provided for all staff, or the local train station is situated 1.4km away. RPH RITH Site The RPH RITH site is located at the eastern end of the Perth CBD with close access to public transport (Either McIver or Perth Underground Station). The site services the surrounding Central Swan River and metropolitan areas Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment! SMHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce. Want to know more? We encourage you to contact Ben Robinson on 08 9376 7777. If you are ready to partner with us see the application instructions below:Your Application Should Include

• A copy of your current CV and Cover Letter
• A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages
• The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Employee Benefits Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances
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EligibilityAre you eligible? To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments). WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.