Dietitian – Nutrition & Dietetics

Fixedterm, part-time 0.9FTE position covering parental leave until November 2026

Potentialpossible for the right candidates to split the position

Joinan experienced and passionate team of healthcare professionals and expandyour specialist expertise!

NZRegistration with the Dietitians Board is essential

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

We are seeking a reliable and self-motivated New Zealand Registered Dietitian to provide effective, evidence-based dietetic services to our clients and their whanau.

This is a varied opportunity across both inpatient and outpatient services – working within the South Island Eating Disorder Service and adult patients within the Specialist Mental Health Service.

This is a fixed term, part-time 0.9FTE position covering parental leave until November 2026.

For the right candidates, there may be a possibility to split the role.

Please advise in your cover letter your preferred FTE.

About You

In this role, you will be responsible for :

Assessing and diagnosing nutrition-related conditions

• Formulating and implementing appropriate nutrition treatment plans;
• Evaluating treatment outcomes and modifying treatment according to changing needs;

Promoting health practices and providing education to tangata whaiora, whanau and carers.

Skills and Experience

Previous experience working in a mental health setting and / or working with eating disorders is advantageous

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently and reliably.

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 Maori, 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 Thursday 25 September.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Natalie Gaunt at

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Closing Date :

Thursday, 25 September 2025

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