The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Diet Monitor to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Assist and support key stakeholders in providing quality patient care in line with evidence based best practice
• Liaise with nutrition staff and speech pathologists regarding the provision of special / therapeutic diets and extras for patients
• Assist patients with meal ordering, using the Patient Entertainment System or other related meal ordering technology
• Process menus daily and communicate changes or updates verbally via the communication book and/or electronically via pre-established processes

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• A Certificate III in Nutrition, Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or education in the area of nutrition would be well regarded
• While not mandatory, experience working within a hospital food service or dietetic department would be highly desirable
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Permanent part time (38 hours per fortnight)
• Base salary ranging from $33.52 - $35.24 per hour

About Us

The Nutrition and Food Services department provides leadership for effective and efficient Nutrition and Hydration management in conjunction with the key stake holders.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 24 June 2024

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC566867

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.