Dietitian Gr 2

Dietitian – Grade 2
GIPPSLAND SOUTHERN HEALTH SERVICE (GSHS) –
Vision Statement:
Mission Statement:
Dedicated to Health
We Care For You
Corporate Objectives:
1. Maintain and develop services to meet our community’s needs
2. Remain Accredited
3. Remain committed to having a staff that is skilled and motivated
4. Ensure financial viability
5. Maintain and improve facilities and infrastructure
6. Ensure quality health services are provided in a safe environment.
NAME:
_________________________________________________________
CLASSIFICATION: Dietitian, Grade 2
SALARY &
CONDITIONS:
AWARD:
As per award
Medical Scientists, Pharmacists & Psychologists (Public Sector – Victoria) Award,
2003
FACILITY: Allied Health Team DATE JOINED SERVICE: ___________________
RESPONSIBLE TO:
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Manager – Allied Health Services or directly to Director of Community Services for
specific project work.
Delivery of Dietetic services, health promotion and education, including inpatient
and outpatient clinical services at Gippsland Southern Health Service and home
based and community services auspiced by Gippsland Southern Health Service.
PERFORMANCE MONITORING:
An initial formal review of performance will be undertaken within three months following appointment and
then at least every 12 months based upon this position description.
LAST APPRAISAL DATE:_____________________ NEXT APPRAISAL DATE:________________
REVIEW OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This position description will be reviewed annually in conjunction with Performance Appraisal, when the
position becomes vacant or as deemed necessary for on-going and effective performance management.
Reviewed: October 2008
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KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:
To perform effectively in this position, the person should possess demonstrated /potential for development of
competencies in the following 6 Key Performance Areas:
1. PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.
Demonstrated experience and understanding of the continuation of both personal development &
professional development in their career and industry.
2. CUSTOMER SERVICE.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated experience in liaising with a
wide range of internal and external clients.
3. ADMINISTRATION & DOCUMENTATION
Using the processes that are in place to ensure that all administration and documentation requirements
are initiated and completed in a professional and timely manner.
4. TECHNICAL SKILLS & APPLICATION.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding in the application of the skills required for this position.
This includes knowledge and understanding of appropriate equipment, legislation, policies and
procedures.
5. TEAMWORK & COMMUNICATION
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a diverse team or participate as an active member of a team,
which is consistent with the philosophy and policies of GSHS.
6. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT.
Commitment to ensuring quality services are delivered to both internal & external clients through
continuous improvement activities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
ESSENTIAL:
DESIRABLE:
Qualifications
• Graduated from a DAA Accredited Course, be eligible for membership of DAA and registration
as an Accredited Practising Dietitian
Experience
• Wide clinical experience to enable a complete general Dietetic Service to be offered to
Gippsland Southern Health Service and regional communities.
Knowledge
• Knowledge of Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare and Equal Employment Opportunity
Legislation.
• Knowledge of Dietitians’ Code of Ethics
• Knowledge of Quality Improvement Principles
Personal Abilities/Attributes/Skills
• Provide advice, supervision and leadership to a team of service providers.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Self motivated and flexible with the capacity to be understanding, display empathy and solve
problems creatively.
Legislative Checks
• Police Record Check and Working with Children Check. Compliance must be demonstrated.
Experience
• Experience in administration of a Dietetic Department
Knowledge
• DAFNE accredited
• Skills/qualifications in chronic disease management
Personal Abilities/Attributes/Skills
• Must be able to work in a predominantly rural area with its attendant issues.
• Must be able to work within a multi disciplinary setting and communicate effectively with
professionals both within and outside the organisation.
• Willingness to evaluate and adapt Dietetic Services within the context of provision of multi
disciplinary Community Services.
• Ability to work in a self directed manner.
Reviewed: October 2008
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PERFORMANCE
INDICATORS
P.I. 1
Personal &
Professional
Development
(Incl. Conduct)
P.I. 2
Customer Service
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
POSITION TITLE: Dietitian: Grade 2
DESCRIPTION
Participate in ongoing personal and professional development through:
Attendance at staff meetings and inservice programs.
Maintaining knowledge and skills relevant to the position through participation in and
contribution to the facility staff development program. This includes attending mandatory
training (i.e. orientation to the organisation, Occupational Health and Safety, basic life
support and fire training).
Develop positive communication networks with supervisory staff.
Identifying personal knowledge gaps with supervisor and work towards meeting these needs.
Acquisition of knowledge and competencies through education, training and staff
development.
Be cognisant of the Public Sector “Code of Conduct” standards.
Participation in annual performance appraisal process.
Act in a professional manner at all times when dealing with internal and external clients and
colleagues by:
Being prompt and providing courteous service to clients, families, carers and colleagues.
Maintaining confidentiality at all times, whilst respecting the values and wishes of clients.
Promoting positive and harmonious relationships between clients, relatives and staff.
Being aware of and respecting the needs of colleagues.
Being responsive to telephone enquiries which includes the identification of self and facility.
P.I. 3
Administration&
Documentation
Complete administration and documentation tasks according to the Health Service requirements in
order to ensure ongoing funding and facility viability by the following:
Ensure that all documentation is accurate and completed in a professional and timely manner.
Ensure all documentation is updated and completed daily as required, thus ensuring a high
standard of care is delivered.
Ensure accessibility of client records through timely completion and return to the record
system.
Ensure that Health Service Policies and requirements of client privacy, security of client
records and confidentiality are followed.
Use all resources in a responsible, effective and cost efficient manner.
Participate in the Risk Management program on behalf on Dietetics department.
Daily participation in “Kronos” salary payment database.
Reviewed: October 2008
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PERFORMANCE
INDICATORS
P.I. 4
Technical Skills And
Application
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
POSITION TITLE: Dietitian: Grade 2
DESCRIPTION
Ensure effective management of the Dietetic Service by:
Being involved in budgetary decisions affecting the Department.
The provision of professional supervision, assistance and encouragement to staff.
Ensuring all staff are familiar with and act within the Policies of the Dietetic Service.
Attending meetings, seminars, conferences and liaising with other professionals,
internally to this department.
Involvement in recruitment of staff.
Managing stocks of equipment to allow for service provision.
Contribute to the education of Health Care orientated students by acting as a resource,
demonstrating the role of a health professional, working within primary health care
principles and using a multi disciplinary approach.
Ensure the Dietetic Service operates with a safe and healthy environment by:
Adhering to Occupational Health and Safety principles and developing systems to
monitor and improve the work environment and manage risk.
Ensuring all equipment is maintained in safe condition.
Ensuring all staff are familiar with safe operation of all equipment.
Contribute to policy development and implementation by:
Developing and maintaining an up to date Policy and Procedure Manual documenting
all activities of the Dietetic Service.
Liaising with professional associations and major teaching institutions.
Ensuring the highest quality, most appropriate services are provided to the Community by:
Developing, implementing and reviewing an ongoing program of quality improvement
activities.
Reviewing community needs and implementing appropriate changes to services to
meet these needs wherever possible.
Referring any grievance arising from any source with matters relating to the Dietetic
Service to the Director of Community Services.
Participating in appropriate educational opportunities.
Contribute to the provision of dietetic services by:
Providing treatment to inpatients, outpatients and community based clients as required.
Liaising with other disciplines and agencies to develop appropriate and effective
treatment for clients.
Promote Primary Health Care principles by:
Assisting in the development and implementation of health education and promotion
programs.
Assisting in the development and implementation of early intervention programs.
Providing services within a Primary Health Care framework.
Participate in an advisory and clinical capacity in the GSHS staff health program as
requested.
Be able to articulate the social determinants of health.
Reviewed: October 2008
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PERFORMANCE
INDICATORS
P.I. 5
Teamwork &
Communication
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
POSITION TITLE: Dietitian: Grade 2
DESCRIPTION
Contribute to effective and appropriate communication between the Dietetic service and
Gippsland Southern staff through:
Participating and contributing to the team by promoting positive thinking and attending
team meetings.
Assisting in the identification of team goals.
Work positively within and with multi disciplinary teams to achieve team goals.
Assistance with case conferencing, client advocacy and assessment of client needs.
Assisting in the orientation of new staff as this relates to the Dietetic Service.
Support other team members in their role to ensure each member maximises their
abilities.
Contribute to various Committees and Forums as required.
Problem solving and communicating with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Taking part in the organisational planning and action process and reviews.
Participating in the development of Policies and Procedures which reflect the philosophy
of the Health Service.
P.I. 6
Continuous
Improvement
Commitment to continuous quality improvement through the following:
Demonstrate and ensure best practice at all times by ensuring that professional skills are
regularly updated and research and or evidenced based.
Participation in relevant quality improvement programs/research and other health service
activities to meet Service/Accreditation Standards including development of clinical
indicators ( community services specific)
Ensuring hazardous work areas or practices are identified and reported.
Ensuring safety standards including safe use of equipment are met.
Awareness of individual rights and responsibilities contained in the Service Policy on
Occupational Health and Safety and ensuring those responsibilities are met.
Participate and contribute to Occupational Health and Safety activities to ensure a safe
work environment for clients, staff and visitors.
Sign to verify agreement with this Position Description:
Incumbent: ________________________________ Date: _______________________________
Manager: ________________________________ Date: _______________________________
Reviewed: October 2008
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