Clinical Dietitian
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees
What the role involves
- Supporting patient nutrition
- Working in multidisciplinary teams
- Covering adult inpatient wards
What they ask for
Current registration with NZ Dietitians Board, endorsed scope as Dietitian Prescriber, current Annual Practicing Certificate, excellent communication, ability to work autonomously and in a team.
- Professional licence or registration
About the job
- Clinical Dietitian Taranaki, Permanent, 1.0FTE available (80 hours per fortnight)
- Open to New Graduate Dietitians
- Use and grow your skills in clinical dietetics to support health outcomes for our community
- Gain valuable experience in a range of settings
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
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki is seeking a dietitian with experience in clinical dietetics to join our team.
The successful applicant will work at Taranaki Base Hospital in New Plymouth. Clinicians from the dietetic service work as part of multi-disciplinary teams in inpatient wards and outpatient clinics, supporting clients with a range of health challenges across the lifespan. This role is covering adult inpatient wards.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
You’ll enjoy the support of a dedicated team of 10 highly skilled dietitians, and regular interactions with other health professionals across Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki services.
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About you
Are you a qualified and registered dietitian who is able to practise in New Zealand who would embrace an exciting opportunity? Do you share in our vision and our values, and will you ensure that our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?
To be considered for this role, applicants must:
- Hold current practice registration with the NZ Dietitians Board including endorsed scope of practice as a Dietitian Prescriber.
- Have a current Annual Practicing Certificate.
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Have the ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Recent clinical dietetic experience greater than one year is preferred, but not essential. Knowledge of foodservice dietetics would be an advantage.
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 18 October 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jacqui Herrett on Jacqui.Herrett@tdhb.org.nz