Clinical Dietitian Wairau
- Every day is different and interesting providing clinical dietetics across medical, surgical, paediatrics, mental health and more.
- It - s easy to build working relationships within the dietetic department as it is friendly and supportive.
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 New Zealand Registered Dietitian to work within our small, diverse department based at Wairau Hospital . The role willcater to clients requiring secondary care services for a wide variety of conditions and will work predominantly on the inpatient wards at Wairau Hospital and also provide some adult outpatient clinic support.
This is a permanent, part-time role working 40 hours per fortnight (0.5 FTE), Monday to Friday.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Our team of 13 Dietitians service all parts of the community across Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs. Our work is diverse and interesting, and we have a great team who work hard to make a difference.
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About you
As a Dietitian, you will:
- be a NZ Registered Dietitian with a current Annual Practising Certificate,
- have at least two years of previous comprehensive hospital based clinical or generalist experience,
- have experience in a variety of adult nutrition interventions and be comfortable providing ward based paediatric interventions and education,
- Be flexible to work the hours as required,
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.
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 Maori, 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 20 October 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact
Sonja Rae (recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR
Anna Verhage (Clinical Dietitian) at anna.verhage@nmdhb.govt.nz .
Job ref: R1W25-023
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.