Part Time, Fixed Term until February 2027
Work every second weekend – Saturday shift plus Sunday on-call
Fitzroy location – close to the CBD and public transport
Join a highly regarded and supportive Nutrition & Dietetics team
Excellent employee benefits including salary packaging
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Dietitian to join the Nutrition & Dietetics Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne in a part-time Weekend Dietitian position. Working every second weekend, you will provide Dietetics services across critical care and acute care wards, working independently to ensure patients with priority nutrition needs receive timely, high-quality care. The weekend roster consists of an 8-hour Saturday shift and an on-call requirement on Sunday This role would suit an experienced clinical Dietitian who is confident working autonomously, has strong clinical decision-making skills and enjoys working across a varied acute caseload. Previous experience working within intensive care and surgical settings will be highly regarded.
Salary: Dietitian Grade 2 AJ1 - AJ4 ($94,478.80 - $106,906.80 per annum, pro rata for part time).
Your Contribution
You will bring:
Qualifications providing eligibility for full membership of Dietitians Australia and the Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) program
A minimum of four years’ postgraduate experience in a relevant area of clinical dietetics
Strong clinical assessment, decision-making and problem-solving skills
The ability to work confidently and independently within an acute hospital environment
Highly developed organisational, time management and planning skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills
A commitment to providing evidence-based, person-centred care
A commitment to the values and healthcare philosophy of St Vincent’s Health Australia
A current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain one
What We Offer
Working at St Vincent’s means joining a values-driven organisation committed to delivering exceptional patient care while supporting the professional growth and wellbeing of our people.
You’ll enjoy:
Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
Access to Fitness Passport, providing access to an extensive network of fitness facilities
Regular professional development opportunities to support your career goals
Employee wellbeing initiatives and programs
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
Employee discounts and promotions through the St Vincent’s Foundation
A culture of continuous learning and improvement
A convenient Fitzroy location close to public transport, cafés and the Melbourne CBD
About Nutrition & Dietetics
The Nutrition & Dietetics Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne is a highly regarded, progressive and collaborative team providing evidence-based nutrition care across a diverse range of clinical specialties. The department is committed to excellence in clinical practice, education and research and is a core placement site for the clinical supervision and development of Nutrition and Dietetics students.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service providing a diverse range of adult clinical services. Our work is guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence
Please submit your resume and cover letter with your application. Shortlisting will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly, as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be identified. Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position Applicants must have current and valid Australian working rights to be considered.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is fundamental to our mission, and we value the diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne.
St Vincent’s Health Australia has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to meet mandatory immunisation requirements, including annual influenza vaccination.
This position is subject to applicable Victorian Government vaccination requirements. Successful applicants must meet these requirements.
Contact
Natalie Simmance natalie.simmance@svha.org.au
28 August 2026 11:59pm
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https /www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au
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