Dietitian Grade 4 - Clinical Lead
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Dietitian Grade 4 – Clinical Lead | Full-time | Ongoing | Monash Medical Centre, Moorabbin Hospital & Victorian Heart Hospital
About the Role
Your expertise. Your leadership. The opportunity to shape what's next in Dietetics.
We're looking for an experienced Dietitian with a passion for clinical excellence, developing others and driving positive change.
As our Grade 4 Clinical Lead, you'll play a key role in shaping dietetic practice across Monash Health, supporting a talented team and bringing fresh ideas to improve patient care.
Here's what makes this opportunity exciting:
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Lead clinical excellence across a high-performing Dietetics team
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Share your expertise through mentoring, coaching and developing others
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Shape the future of Dietetics through innovation, research and quality improvement
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Influence patient care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Monash Health
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Make your mark by driving meaningful improvements in nutrition services
And you'll be doing it all alongside a friendly, passionate and supportive team who genuinely enjoy what they do!
About Us
You'll be joining a friendly, passionate and supportive Dietetics team who genuinely love what they do!
We're a collaborative and well-connected team who share a commitment to delivering exceptional, evidence-based care. You'll be surrounded by experienced colleagues who support one another, share their knowledge and work together to make a difference for patients and their families.
About You
To ethrive in this role you will bring:
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Speicalist knowledge and expertise in clinical dietetics
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Advanced, contemporary leadership skills which have cultivated a high performing team(s)
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Extensive knowledge, leadership and experience in quality improvement and/or research processes
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Experience in the professional development of others at undergraduate, professional, and postgraduate levels
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Experience in identifying and leading change others through this process, using extensive specialised knowledge
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Excellent interpersonal skills, a strong team focus and an ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Mandatory requirements:
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Undergraduate or post graduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
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Eligibility for membership of Dietitians Australia
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Eligibility for Accredited Practising APD membership
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Holds or is working toward a higher qualification (desirable)
In Return
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:
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Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options
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Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth
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Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence
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Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance
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Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways
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Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging
At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Sheree Phillips, Manager Nutrition and Dietetics at 0472 860 989.
Position Description documentation can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 4 November, 2026.