Grade 3 Residential Aged Care Dietitian

About the role

St Vincent's Health Australia is recruiting a Grade 3 Senior Dietitian for its residential aged care service in Melbourne. The role provides evidence-based dietetic services to residents, supporting their nutrition, health and quality of life, within a supportive multidisciplinary team. It is permanent or part-time at 20 hours per week.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nutrition assessment, intervention and ongoing monitoring for residents with complex nutritional needs
• Develop and implement individualised nutrition care plans with residents, families and the multidisciplinary team
• Provide senior clinical expertise, consultation and support on nutrition and dietetics
• Contribute to quality improvement, service development and evidence-based practice
• Educate, support and guide staff, residents and families on nutrition and dietary management

Required profile

• Bachelor or postgraduate qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics recognised by Dietitians Australia
• Demonstrated experience as a Dietitian with advanced clinical skills relevant to aged care, gerontology or complex health needs
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain one

Required skills

• Strong communication, consultation and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
• Ability to provide clinical leadership and contribute to quality improvement and service development

What we offer

• Salary of $104,135 - $118,981 per annum, pro rata for part time
• Wellbeing initiatives, confidential employee counselling and access to fitness facilities
• Salary packaging and discounts through the Foundation
• Professional development opportunities and a culture of continuous improvement

Applicants submit a resume and cover letter; shortlisting starts immediately and the closing date is 27 November 2026.