Casual Dietitian - Grade 1 or 2

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Casual opportunity available
• Located in Frankston and surrounding Morington Peninsula suburbs
• Classification: Dietitian - Grade 1 Year 1 - Grade 2 Year 4 (AI1 - AJ4)* plus super

The Team & Role

This casual Dietitian role at Bayside Health (Peninsula) works with the interdisciplinary team to deliver dietetic services across inpatient acute and subacute sites, including Peninsula University Hospital, Rosebud Hospital, Golf Links Road and The Mornington Centre. Approximately 80-90% of the position is allocated to management of a clinical caseload, with professional and operational management provided through Senior Dietitians and the Head of Nutrition and Dietetics. Staff are supported by a more senior dietitian and have access to regular supervision and professional development opportunities. The role requires appropriate clinical experience in the inpatient setting, clear and effective communication, collaboration and teamwork, critical thinking and problem solving, organisation skills, consumer service, emotional intelligence, continuous learning, and being open to change and continuous improvement.

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Skills & Experience Required

• Member or eligible for membership of Dietitians Australia
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• Recent clinical dietetic experience in an adult and/or paediatric inpatient setting
• Conducts evidence based practice and is committed to professional development

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Kate Lambell ********@phcn.vic.gov.au.

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The role ceases advertising on 12 September 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We kindly ask that all applications be submitted through the advertised application link, as applications received via email are unable to be progressed.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022 - 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.