Clinical Lead Dietitian - Inpatient Services

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Full time
4 weeks ago

Bay of Plenty Hauora a Toi

  • Location: Tauranga Hospital
  • Fixed Term Full-time – 25 July 2025 to 30 May 2026 – Parental Leave Cover
  • Subsidised Onsite Hospital Gym + Wellness Programme + Free Staff Carparking

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 have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Bay of Plenty Hauora a Toi and live in the beautiful Bay of Plenty. We are seeking a passionate Dietitian with an interest in supporting others to provide outstanding care to our acute inpatients.

This is a fixed term full-time position covering parental leave from 25th July 2025 to 30th May 2026. The position is based in Tauranga, with the potential opportunity to provide cover to our colleagues based in Whakatāne at times. The position is ideal for a clinician with prior experience working in an acute inpatient setting, looking to take the next step in their career.

You’ll join a dedicated and collaborative team who provide dietetic care to adult and paediatric patients across both inpatients and outpatient settings.

Alongside managing a clinical caseload, the inpatient adult clinical lead dietitian will oversee professional and clinical supervision, support the coordination of service delivery, and play a key role in driving quality improvement and service development initiatives.

About the Location

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand’s North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Bay of Plenty Hauora a Toi is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Bay of Plenty Hauora a Toi is one of the Bay of Plenty’s largest employers with over 4500 staff.

https://careers.tewhatuora.govt.nz/locations/bay-of-plenty/

About you

  • Demonstrated experience in acute adult inpatient care
  • Prior experience in supporting or leading others is highly desirable
  • Proficiency in the Nutrition Care Process and associated terminology
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong teamwork skills with a focus on achieving patient and whānau-centred outcomes
  • Commitment to evidence-based practice
  • A strong focus on equity, particularly in supporting Māori health outcomes

The service offers ongoing professional development for team members and appropriate external learning opportunities by application. The Annual Practicing Certificate will be reimbursed, and a professional association membership fee is paid annually.

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 by 15th June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Careers at BP-careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz.





Job Details

Reference
005004885

Location
Tauranga

Work Type
Temporary Full Time

FTE
1

Closing Date
15/06/2025
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