Dietitian - Rural Health

Use your broad range of Dietetics abilities to help within a talented multi-disciplinary team.Fixed Term Parental leave cover position 16 hours per week (0.4FTE) - with the option for further work covering leave. NZ Registered Dietitian with current APC is essential however those graduating in 2026 and awaiting registration are welcome to apply.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in theprinciples of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health systemthat serves all New Zealanders.About the Role'Ashburton. Hospital provides a range of Inpatient, Day patient, Outpatient and Communitybased health services to the community. The Hospital has 74 beds andannually admits around 5,000 patients, cares for 2,600 day patients and 15,000patients attend outpatient appointments.

Rural health services employ around 550 full time and parttime staff, which includes a clinical workforce in medicine, surgery andgynaecology, supported by nursing and allied health professionals withextensive experience in a wide range of clinical situations.This role will involve providing dietetics support toinpatient, outpatient and community services to Ashburton and Rural Health.

Service. You would be part of a small team of experienced dietitians who work together to provide a generalistservice where no 2 days will be the same.In this role, you will be responsible for:Providing high-quality dietetics services which meets the needs of the inpatients, outpatients and community patients / clients of Mid Canterbury.

Providing evaluation, therapeutic and educational services to patients/clients of Ashburton. Working within a multi-disciplinary team and liaising with health providers. About You. We are seeking an enthusiastic Dietitian to join our team inthis part time, parental leave cover position. This is a part time role 0.4FTE (16 hours per week) with the option to pick up additional hours covering leave, until January 2028.

Your skills will include:A drive to ensure best health outcomes for people requiring dietatic services. The ability to work within a team and contribute to the provision of high quality care. Being self-motivated, organised and enjoy a challenge. Knowledge of te ao M&#257ori, tikanga, and te reo M&#257ori OR a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and nurture relationships with patients, their supports, colleagues and service leaders You will be a NZ Registered dietitian with a currentAPC or a completing your degree in 2026 and awaiting registration. Working for Health New Zealand. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce thatis diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand andservice our community. We welcome applications from our diverseM&#257ori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply. To apply for the role please click 'apply now.' Allapplications must be submitted through our online careers portal before11:59pm on 10th November 2026.

If you have any questions aboutthe role, please contact Courtney Bell at [email protected] Please note, to be eligible for this role you must have the right to live and work in New Zealand. If you do not have working rights your application will not be progressed.