Dietitian - Parental Leave Cover

Waikatodhbnewsroom; Hastings; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A health organization in New Zealand is seeking a Dietitian to cover parental leave in Hastings. The role involves providing culturally responsive dietetic care to patients across community settings. Candidates must be NZ Registered Dietitians with a Master's in Dietetics. Proficiency in communication and a collaborative approach are essential. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in community health while working within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• NZ Registered Dietitian with a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Masters Degree in Dietetics or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, whānau-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and culturally responsive dietetic care to patients.
• Deliver individualised nutritional assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Microsoft Office proficiency

Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Education

Masters Degree in Dietetics or equivalent

NZ Registered Dietitian with Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

# Dietitian - Engage Community Parental Leave CoverHealth 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 Community Dietitian, youll provide safe, effective, and culturally responsive dietetic care to patients and whānau across outpatient clinics and home visits. Youll manage a varied caseload, delivering individualised nutritional assessments and interventions that support recovery, wellbeing, and long-term health outcomes.This role is part of the Engage Community Allied Health Service and offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, contribute to service improvement initiatives, and support equity-focused care. Youll be making a meaningful impact in the lives of people in our community while growing your own clinical and professional practice.*Please click* *to view the position description***About the Team/Service/ Location**You will be working within the engAGE Community Allied Health Service. The team is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care in the community, with strong connections to specialist services, Māori health teams, and other allied health professionals. This is a supportive and collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued and your contribution will help shape the future of community nutrition services. Youll be based out of the Engage Hastings office, though your work may be undertaken in clients homes or in outpatient clinics in Hastings, Napier, Central Hawkes Bay and Wairoa.For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay click**About you**To succeed in this role, you will bring:* NZ Registered Dietitian with a current Annual Practising Certificate (with prescribing endorsement).* Masters Degree in Dietetics or equivalent.* Comfortable working in both clinic and home visit settings.* Strong communication skills and a collaborative, whānau-centred approach.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office* Full NZ drivers licence* Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to equity and Māori health gain.**Desired**: Experience home enteral nutrition; membership with Dietitians NZ.**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 **26th February 2026.** If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dawn Tyler [e-mail]*We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.**Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.** **Dietitian - Engage Community Parental Leave Cover Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital*** **Fixed-Term from May 2026 until May 2027, Full-Time 80 hours per fortnight (1 FTE)**| Location: | | | | --- | | North Island - Hawkes Bay - Hastings | |