- Competitive salary ranging $112,988–$121,459 (R4.1- R4.3) + 12% super and generous salary packaging options.
- Full-time, 2-year fixed term contract.
- Based in Melbourne.
About the Baker Institute
Imagine being part of a healthcare transformation where each breakthrough brings us closer to cures and life-changing discoveries. At the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, we are not just conducting research, we are changing lives.
By working towards cures for heart disease and diabetes, we are tackling Australia’s biggest killers head on. Our relentless pursuit to reverse the life-threatening impacts of associated conditions reflects our commitment to combat these fast-growing diseases.
We are at the heart of some of the world’s greatest scientific breakthroughs. Through our research, we are empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to adopt healthier lifestyles, ensuring they live longer and more fulfilling lives.
Join us at the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute. Every step we take brings us closer to a healthier future. By working together, we can make a real difference in the lives of those affected by heart cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
The opportunity
We’re on the look-out for a proactive and client-centred Dietitian to join our Clinical Services team.
This position encompasses client education in clinics and group programs, health professional training, consultancy, project management, health promotion and research. We are predominantly funded through the Department of Health and Human Services Victoria to deliver care to all of the community.
The position holder will be primarily based within clinical services at our Prahran site.
How this role makes a difference
As a Dietitian you will be responsible for conducting client-centred individual education services empowering individuals to self-manage their condition.
You will become a valued member of our innovative Education Services team at the Institute. Through this key role, you can contribute to our vision to help people to live healthier for longer, and to stop heart disease and diabetes in their tracks.
How you’ll make an impact
In this role you will be expected to:
- Conduct individual clinical sessions and programs as rostered by the Director of Allied Health and Education Services in accordance with the relevant policies, procedures and lesson plans.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills with clients and the ability to develop and maintain rapport.
- Provide client-centred education empowering clients to self-manage their condition.
- Ensure own knowledge and skills in the area of nutritional and dietetics for diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity are of a high standard and in accordance with current clinical guidelines.
- Demonstrate commitment to the principles of quality improvement and participate in quality activities.
- Maintain accurate and timely records and data entry for internal and external reporting, including patient records, letters, appointments, services and weekly statistics.
- Supervise students and ensure practices are in accordance to professional standards and competencies.
What will you bring?
You will have:
- Accreditation as a Practising Dietitian (APD) with extensive postgraduate experience in providing clinical support and education to individuals with type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills, including the ability to manage a range of tasks with conflicting priorities without compromising close attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to be a proactive team member and contribute to team development and work effectively in an interdisciplinary team.
- Proven ability in delivering group education programs or health professional training face-to-face or by online technology.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to take initiative and to improve and enhance existing systems and procedures.
- A high level of interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of people at a variety of levels, internal and external to the Institute.
- Able to approach problems with a practical mindset, using past experiences and proven solutions to find effective outcomes.
So, why join us?
You can enjoy a challenging career in the exciting international research sector where you can explore your potential and make a real difference.
The Baker Institute offers flexibility for work-life balance, generous salary packaging, an employee assistance program, social activities, learning and development opportunities. We also offer modern offices and laboratories in the Alfred Research Alliance precinct with an onsite gym and café, located opposite beautiful Fawkner Park; and walking distance to Chapel Street and St Kilda Road.
Remuneration will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
We’d love to hear from you
If you have previous experience as an Accredited Practicising Dietitian with a client- centred approach, and the ability to contribute positively in an interdisciplinary team environment we’d love to hear from you.
We’re reviewing applications as they are received, so if this sounds like the position for you, you have the skills and knowledge we’re looking for, an appetite to learn, and want to join an organisation where you can make a positive difference, please apply without delay. Please refer to the position description for further information.
To be eligible to apply for this position, you must have appropriate Australian working rights.
Please note offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks and the successful candidate will be required to undertake a police check and a Working with Children Check prior to commencement in the position.
Should you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly HR team on recruitment@baker.edu.au.