MDHS services the Central Goldfields and Pyrenees Shire with campuses in Avoca, Dunolly and Maryborough. The strong clinical and social links between the three campuses ensure that the community is cared for by qualified staff who are committed to high standards of person-centred care. MDHS is one of the largest employers in the region, providing the perfect setting to become part of our team and community.

Dietitian Grade 2 or 3 – Wellness & Reablement Team

Permanent Part Time – 64 hours per fortnight

Classification: Grade 2 – level dependent on experience

Award: Victorian Public Health Sector (Medical Scientists, Pharmacists & Psychologists) Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025

This is a great opportunity for a qualified Dietitian to join the Wellness & Reablement Team within our Residential Aged Care Services, in this permanent position! In this role, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary Allied Health Team, delivering services across the three MDHS campuses and surrounding catchment.  You will be part of a friendly, supportive and collaborative team, enhancing health outcomes for residents of our Residential Care Community.

We are looking for someone with the following qualities:

• Embrace and promote the values of MDHS – Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability & Togetherness
• High level interpersonal skills
• Skills and experience in project management and change management
• Innovative, creative and adaptable to change
• High level of attention to detail

What's in it for you?

• Great Working Environment – Join a group of motivated health care professionals with a Permanent contract. Opportunity to join the Social Club, offering a wide range of social events and local retail discounts.
• Fantastic Earning Potential – Generous Base Salary under the Medical Scientists EBA with Salary Packaging available.
• Supportive Culture with Continuous Improvement Opportunities – Culture that promotes and embraces the organisational values of GREAT (Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Togetherness) and encourages and supports employees to engage in professional development with access to the Centre of Inspired Learning and Simulation Lab.

 KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor of Science and Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics/Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics
  or equivalent, and preferably hold an Accredited Practicing Dietetic credential.
• Demonstrated post graduate experience in the management and treatment of aged care residents.
• Current Driver's Licence

Specialist Expertise

• High level of interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Capacity to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Advanced computer skills with ability to work with different programs and spreadsheets
• Ability to work with a range of consumers and key stakeholders including aged care residents, families and key stakeholders (internal and external)
• Demonstrated experience in leadership to assist teams to achieve their optimal efficiency and effectiveness
• Skills and experience in project management and change management
• Skills and experience in systems planning and policy skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• A commitment to providing an innovative, high quality service to MDHS clients
• A positive approach to teamwork and a willingness to undertake a broad range of clinical and non-clinical duties.

Personal Qualities

1. Be innovative, creative and adaptable to change
2. Ability to pay close attention to and focus on minor details

For further information, please contact Jaimee Oxford via joxford@mdhs.vic.gov.au or on 5461 0333.

Applications for this position close on Sunday, 17th December 2023.

Applications are to include:

-          Covering Letter

-          Resume

-          Written response to the Key Selection Criteria, available in the Position Description on the position advertisement.

Applications are to be submitted by selecting the "Apply Now" button below.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role.