Dietitian - Grade 2

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. 

Ramsay provides high-quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. 

Donvale Rehabilitation Hospital is a state of the art 90-bed facility providing inpatient and day rehabilitation services in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. Delivering excellent treatment and care for over 25 years, Donvale has a highly regarded reputation across Melbourne. 

Donvale Rehabilitation Hospital is now hiring!

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Grade 2 Dietitian to join our growing team. This role will be working 3 days per week, permanent part-time position. In this role, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based nutrition care across a diverse clinical caseload while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients. The role encompasses working within inpatient and day rehabilitation settings, and may also involve servicing our private practice, Ramsay Health Plus (including appointments on-site and home visits).

As a Grade 2 Dietitian, you will demonstrate sound clinical judgement, manage a complex caseload, and contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives. You will also provide clinical support and supervision to junior staff and students, while fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive nutrition assessments and evidence-based dietetic interventions across a range of clinical areas.
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualised nutrition care plans to optimise patient outcomes.
• Provide nutrition education and counselling to patients, families and carers.
• Provide nutrition education presentations in group settings.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional and organisational standards.
• Participate in team meetings, multidisciplinary meetings, case conferences and discharge planning.
• Contribute to quality improvement, service development and accreditation activities.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to Grade 1 Dietitians and student dietitians, as appropriate.
• Maintain professional competence through ongoing education and evidence-based practice.

About you:

You are a motivated and patient-focused Dietitian who is passionate about delivering high-quality nutrition care. You enjoy working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, have excellent communication and rapport-building skills, and are committed to achieving positive patient outcomes through evidence-based practice. You are proactive, adaptable and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment.

You will also bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status with Dietitians Australia.
• Demonstrated experience as a Grade 2 Dietitian or a minimum of 3 years’ post-graduate experience in a relevant clinical dietetics setting
• Well-developed clinical assessment, counselling and clinical reasoning skills.
• Demonstrated high level of knowledge and skills in rehabilitation dietetics
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, families and healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise a varied caseload.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior clinicians and/or student dietitians (desirable).
• Experience in the food service dietetic practice area (desirable)
• A commitment to Ramsay Health Care's values of People Caring for People.

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply Now
Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Donvale Rehabilitation Hospital. All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 19th August 2026

Reference number: JR114617

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.