Dietitian – Inner North Medical Clinic / Mind & Movement Clinic (Brunswick)
Position Title: Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) / Dietitian
Location: Brunswick East, VIC
Employment Type: Part Time – Contractor
Mind & Movement Clinic – in conjunction with Inner North Medical Clinic – is a patient-focused practice based in Brunswick East, specialising in evidence-based alternative and integrative healthcare. We support patients across a wide range of health needs including chronic disease management, preventive health, women’s and men’s health and integrative wellbeing including a healthy weight management clinic. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate care, evidence-based treatment, and a modern, streamlined patient experience. We value collaboration, innovation, and a positive work culture where both clinicians and patients feel supported.
Purpose of the Role
Our busy GP and Allied Health Clinics in Brunswick East are seeking an exceptional and experienced Dietitian to provide evidence-based nutrition assessment and care planning for patients within an allied health clinic closely associated with a GP clinic – including a dedicated weight management service, supporting chronic disease management, preventive health, and multidisciplinary care.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
- Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments.
- Develop and document nutrition care plans, education, and follow-up schedules.
- Provide patient-centred care using behaviour change techniques and motivational interviewing.
- Provide individualised dietary counselling and goal-setting for a range of conditions, including:
– Type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance
– Cardiovascular disease and high cholesterol
– Weight management
– Gastrointestinal conditions (e.g., IBS, reflux)
– Food intolerances/allergies (within scope)
– Malnutrition risk (older adults)
– PCOS and women’s health nutrition
Chronic Disease Management / Care Plans
- Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning as required.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate clinical notes in the practice clinical software ( Best Practice).
- Provide timely written communication to referring GPs (progress notes, outcomes, recommendations).
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality in line with the Privacy Act and clinic policies.
Collaboration
- Work closely with GP or other allied health professionals to support coordinated patient care.
Patient Education & Promotion
- Provide practical education resources and handouts tailored to patient needs.
- Support clinic health promotion initiatives (e.g., diabetes education, heart health, weight programs).
Essential Criteria
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status (Dietitians Australia).
- Current AHPRA registration (if applicable) and/or eligibility to practice as required.
- Medicare Provider Number (or eligibility to obtain).
- Professional indemnity insurance.
- Excellent communication and patient engagement skills.
- Ability to work autonomously within scope and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong clinical documentation and time management skills.
- Experience in community practice.
- Desirable Criteria
- Experience with chronic disease management and behaviour change counselling.
- Familiarity with GP referral pathways and Medicare item numbers.
- Experience delivering group education sessions (optional).
Key Competencies
- Patient-centred communication
- Clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care
- Professionalism and ethical practice
Working Conditions
- Consultations delivered onsite at the clinic (and/or telehealth if offered).
- As a contractor you may be responsible for your own invoicing, compliance, and CPD requirements.
This is a contractor and income will vary depending on individual fee structure, hours worked and patient load.
