Clinical Dietitian – Diabetes

• Clinical Dietitian - Diabetes
• Parental Leave Fixed Term - 12 months
• Lakes Hospital (Rotorua & Taupo)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are looking for a Clinical Dietitian - Diabetes to provide high quality, evidenced based nutrition care and education to those patients / Whanau who are at risk or are nutritionally compromised (focus on Diabetes and Renal) that incorporates the Nutrition Care Process. This is a fixed term parental leave cover for 12 months.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.

As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here

About you

• Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent as acknowledged by the Dietitians Board.

• NZ Registered Dietitian with a current practicing certificate and endorsement on Scope of Practice: Dietitian Prescriber

• Evidence of participation in the Dietitians Board Continued Competency Programme

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz.

The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.