Dietitian / ED Care Coordinator at St Vincents Health Network Sydney Public Hospital

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

106906.8

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Care Coordination, Holistic Care, Dietetics, Complex Needs Management, Health Outcomes Improvement, Emergency Department Engagement, Outreach Care, Comprehensive Assessment, Collaborative Care Planning, Dietary Assessment, Lifestyle Coaching, Clinical Management, Self-Management Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: • Fitzroy location • Challenging and rewarding work environment • Part time (28 hours per week) Maternity Leave position until 19/1/27 About the Role You will work as a Care Coordinator to provide holistic care coordination to patients with complex needs to improve their health outcomes and prevent avoidable hospital presentations. As a Dietitian you will provide discipline interventions to support the health, wellbeing and self-management of any client accessing HIP services. This role is based across the Emergency Department and via outreach into the community to vulnerable patients. Early identification of ALERT patients in the Emergency Department. To engage with and provide outreach care co-ordination services for identified or referred clients of the Emergency Department post discharge, including undertaking comprehensive assessment and collaborative care planning to guide interventions Provide targeted dietary assessment, intervention, lifestyle coaching and clinical management of dietary related conditions and health behaviours. Classifications for this position will range from AJ1 - AJ4 ($94,478.80 - $106,906.80 per annum pro rata). Your Contribution Bachelor of Nutrition Science Minimum 5 years experience in relevant acute/community setting Eligible for registration under the Accredited Practicing Dietitians. Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain What we Offer • A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs • Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling • A healthy work/life balance encouraged. • Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities • Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay! • In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks • Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation • Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals • Culture of continuous improvement About Healthcare for the Homeless. This position is part of the Healthcare for the Homeless program (HfH). The program has a base of services within St Vincent’s that currently support clients that are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Operationally the role has strong links with the Health Independence Program (HIP). Working at St Vincent’s St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. Application Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more. Closing Date: 18 April 2026 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: 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 View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

The role involves working as a Care Coordinator to provide holistic coordination for patients with complex needs, aiming to improve health outcomes and prevent hospital readmissions. As a Dietitian, the incumbent will deliver discipline-specific interventions supporting client health, wellbeing, and self-management within HIP services.