Clinical Paediatric Dietitian, Permanent

Clinical Paediatric Dietitian – Wairau hospital

This position offers a unique opportunity to support and improve the health and well-being of children across the region through specialised nutritional care.

• Permanent, part time 0.7FTE with 56 hours per fortnight
• Independent and MDT working with children and their whanau
• Join our supportive and friendly teams
  

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki ēnei mahi (About these positions)

We are looking for a New Zealand Registered Dietitian with passion and experience in delivering dietetic care to tamariki. In this role you will cater to tamariki requiring secondary care services and will work predominantly on the outpatient setting and at times providing inpatient or community visiting services.  You will need to be family centred and be and effective team member working with complex clients that have multiple disciplines working with the child/family/whanau. 

As a Clinical Paediatric Dietitian, you will:

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans for children with a variety of health conditions, including chronic illnesses, developmental challenges, and food allergies.
• Work closely with paediatricians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide integrated care and coordinate treatment plans.
• Educate and counsel families on dietary management, meal planning, and nutritional strategies, empowering them to support their child’s health journey.
• Utilise hospital resources effectively, including access to dietary supplements, educational materials, and monitoring tools, to support patient care.
  

The working hours for this position are between 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

The full-time equivalent salary range for this position is $88,627 to $107,600 (step3-7) based on the PSA Allied Public Health and Technical MECA, dependent on skills and experience.

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

You will be a NZ Registered Dietitian with a current Annual Practising Certificate and will have at least three years of previous comprehensive clinical experience including having worked specifically within paediatrics. Having a Dietitian Prescriber endorsement is essential.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Health NZ, Nelson Marlborough has approximately 3000 employees, providing health services in the Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough regions, serving almost 150,000 people. Facilities at Nelson Marlborough include four hospitals (Nelson, Wairau, Alexander, and Murchison Hospitals), a district wide public health service, and four community Health Centre's located in Richmond, Marlborough, Motueka, and Golden Bay. Our vision is for all people to live well, get well, and stay well, and our mission is to work with the people of our community to promote, encourage, and enable their health, well-being, and independence. Respect, innovation, teamwork, and integrity represent our fundamental values.

At Wairau Hospital, Nutrition and Dietetic Service provides high-quality nutritional support and care to all ages of patients. We offer a range of resources, including multidisciplinary teams, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and ongoing professional development opportunities. Our service is committed to a holistic approach, collaborating closely with families, medical teams, and community health services to ensure the best outcomes for our patients

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Blenheim (Waiharakeke) - where healthcare meets paradise, is a fantastic, secure, and pleasant place to raise a family and enjoy the best of "kiwilife." Marlborough, which also boasts 2400 hours of sunlight annually, contains 20% of New Zealand's coastline, making it unique. Blenheim is where healthcare meets adventure, with watersports, mountain biking and walking/hiking being easily accessible and popular attractions. It also has a reputation for its award-winning wines, fine art, local theatre, convention centre, and peaceful approach to life. Visit this page to uncover more about how to strike a better work-life balance in Blenheim https://marlboroughnz.com/live-work/

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

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Nga huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)

This role offers a wide variety of practice across paediatrics including allergy management, faltering growth, restricted eating, auto-immune conditions and eating disorders. Every day is different and challenging. It’s easy to build working relationships with the MDT and the dietetic department is friendly and supportive. We offer a supportive environment, professional growth, and a chance to be part of a team that truly values patient-centred care.

Me pehea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on Athena.Nguyen@nmdhb.govt.nz 

For role specific information please contact Anna Verhage, Dietetic Services Team Leader at anna.verhage@nmdhb.govt.nz 

Click Apply now or fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz

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Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

Health NZ (Nelson Marlborough) strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.  

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.