Dietitian - Southland at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern, Southland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Southland Hospital
• Permanent, part-time (0.7 FTE, 28 hours per week) role
• We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive

This is a rewarding opportunity to lead outpatient dietetic care in a dynamic and supportive setting, with additional involvement in inpatient wards as required.

Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model (on-site and telehealth), in a region known for its tight-knit community, minimal traffic, and access to Southland's stunning natural landscapes.

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

As a Dietitian based at Southland Hospital, you'll lead outpatient care while also supporting inpatient wards as required. You'll deliver services both in person and via telehealth, using the PACE (Patient Anywhere, Clinician Elsewhere) model to improve access for patients across the region, particularly in rural areas.

Your caseload will be broad and varied, with a focus on diabetes, renal, oncology, gastroenterology, and general medical and surgical patients. This secondary-level hospital role offers opportunities to contribute to clinical education, quality initiatives, and service development, making it ideal for someone who values flexibility, autonomy, and making a meaningful impact.

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About the Team/Service Location

Our small, collegial Dietetics team works closely with the wider Allied Health, Nursing, and Medical teams across the Southern district. The hybrid model supports a mix of on-site care at Southland Hospital and remote telehealth, with strong peer support and clinical networks extending to Dunedin Hospital.

About you

You must:

• be registered with the New Zealand Dietitians Board and hold a current Annual Practicing Certificate with a prescribing endorsement (essential)
• have at least three years' experience across outpatient and inpatient settings
• be confident using telehealth and digital tools to deliver patient care
• bring sound clinical reasoning, cultural competence, and excellent communication skills
• be proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working both independently and within a team.

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 Sunday, 3 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact James Boyd james.boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.