Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Northwest, Cameroon -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

134336.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical nutrition therapy, Diabetes education, Clinical leadership, Dietetics, Multidisciplinary care, Patient consultation, Evidence-based practice, Health education, Clinical documentation, Case management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The Team: The North West diabetes Centre provides specialist clinical care and consultation to people living with diabetes across the lifespan, including paediatric, adolescent and adult populations. Education, training and clinical advice are also provided to families, carers and other health professionals involved in the care of people with diabetes. Services are provided to people living with: * Type 1 diabetes * High‑risk and complex Type 2 diabetes * Dietitian clinic * Gestational Diabetes Mellitus * Pregnancy and pre‑pregnancy counselling for women with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes The North West diabetes service delivers care through: * Outpatient specialist clinics, including nurse‑led, doctor‑led and multidisciplinary clinics (via clinician referral or self‑referral for nurse‑led services) * Inpatient consultation services (via referral) * Secondary consultation and education, providing support and training to other clinicians, including nurses and doctors * Group education and training programs are also delivered across the North West Region The Role: This role provides a specialist nutrition and dietetic service within the North West Regional Hospital Diabetes Centre and across the North West region. * Providing expert, evidence based medical nutrition therapy for people living with diabetes * Demonstrating clinical leadership and maintaining advanced specialist knowledge to ensure services align with organisational policies, best practice standards and the Dietitians Australia code of conduct * Coordinating and developing innovative nutrition and dietetic services within the Diabetes Centre, with a focus on improving outcomes for people with diabetes across the region You will need: * To hold, or be working towards, Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE) status (or be willing to work towards accreditation) * Demonstrate experience working with people living with diabetes, including complex and high‑risk presentations * Be willing to work across multiple sites within the North West Tasmania Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Why Tasmania: The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work. Details of appointment: Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 60 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date. *notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies. Salary: $123,717 to $134,336 per annum (pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. * Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022 Salary Packaging: You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. Allowances: * Please note that access to salaries beyond $130,900 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: * Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum Benefits available to eligible candidates: * Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate. * Professional development and accelerated pathways. * A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support. * Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family. More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria. * Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: * Holds or is working towards Credentialed Diabetes Educator status. Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Statement of Duties: * 519189 Diabetes Specialist Dietitian HP04 (Dec 2024) CSU WWCT.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtiF2ilU1EzPT6ouEiTHQXKREaybpOOO5Snr4OS5Zy-9CQ56E3PLrzp42BB6VEVnzf805gPqpKB7Dp9u0QDdMNGGSWXl7bPSaeuCu__49alxf_mtOT-LIBcTi6Mwig_SnU5kO9HLvWD7atC6dBAImMQA%7e%7e] Application Guide: Applicant Guide.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt5zP2DDrlb__JL5Qa24kA9mtqzGOFoT2s_hV5rfW6EyvXuyVAN9rQXx-5lPZyS2jIP_KwvT-8GBXX7mE71UNWEVgtxiUvpt7G-v113qzvdqyRkXsMtvc4czmuZj8cb6_M_lujC2hKi2KZhxA8P0X90w%7e%7e] How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. *only Recruitment Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role. For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Kerry Wood Position: Acting Nurse Unit Manager – NW Diabetes Centre Phone number: 0407537124 Email address: kerry.b.wood@ths.tas.gov.au What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle [https://makeittasmania.com.au/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Provide expert, evidence-based medical nutrition therapy for patients with diabetes across various clinical settings. Coordinate and develop innovative dietetic services to improve health outcomes for the North West Tasmanian community.