Dietitian

About Good Nutrition For Life: Good Nutrition For Life is a locally owned and operated private dietetic company that has been running for over 11 years in the Redlands and south side of Brisbane.

This position requires a motivated dietitian to provide high quality dietetic one on one consultations to a diverse group of clients. On the job training and mentoring support will be provided to help you reach your goals through a fun and supportive environment.

Position is for 3-4 days per week depending on applicant availability. Adequate administrative time is provided to ensure patient-related work can be completed in between consultations.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

1. To conduct client dietary assessments and provide them with nutritional education, support and advice.

2. To keep detailed client progress notes and send correspondence to referring Doctors efficiently.

3. To book and confirm client appointments.

4. To complete client billing for EFTPOS (machine provided), Medicare, DVA, NDIS (direct debit) and cash payments.

5. Liaise with Doctors and other allied health professionals.

Essential Criteria:

1. Masters or Bachelor degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.

2. Accredited Practising Dietitian credential.

3. Current Drivers Licence and own transport.

4. Professional indemnity insurance.

5. Personal laptop to be used for recording notes during consultations

6. At least 2 years private practice experience with interest and/or experience in the non-diet HAES approach, chronic disease management, gastrointestinal health and bariatric surgery.

7. Computer Literacy skills - advantage to have experience using BP Allied Patient Management System (access provided).

8. Ability to complete client billing using EFTPOS machine (provided), private health Medicare, NDIS, DVA and cash. Adequate training will be provided but you will be working on own so must be completed without assistance (offsite assistance from Director can be provided).

9. To be highly motivated and a have a strong desire to work in private practice and build your own client numbers and help the company grow and/or to grow your own hours.

10. Ability to work without direct supervision.

11. Ability to effectively communicate with staff and manager.

12. Ability to plan and organise a client load through contacting clients and confirming appointments.

13. Ability to communicate effectively and empathetically to a diverse group of clients with differing backgrounds.

14. Must be reliable, have excellent organisational skills and have outstanding attention to detail.

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