Dietitian (Casual)

• We are looking for a flexible, skilled Dietitian to work casual hours on an as required basis within our friendly and supportive team.
• Every day is different and interesting, providing clinic dietetic support across medical, surgical, paediatrics, mental health and more.

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 looking for a New Zealand Registered Dietitian to work within our small, diverse department based at Nelson Hospital. The role will cater to clients requiring secondary care services for a wide variety of conditions. You may also be called on to provide the same type of cover from the Wairau site.

This is a casual position, working on an as required basis to cover planned and unplanned leave across all areas of work including inpatient wards, outpatient clinics and community visiting.

Please view the position description for further information.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of 13 Dietitians service all parts of the community across Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs. Our work is diverse and challenging, but we have a great team and work hard to make a difference.

For more information on living and working in Nelson click here

About you

As a Dietitian, you will:

• be a NZ Registered Dietitian with a current Annual Practising Certificate,

• have at least two years of previous comprehensive hospital based clinical or generalist experience,

• have experience in a variety of adult nutrition interventions and be comfortable providing ward based paediatric interventions and education,
• Be flexible to work the hours as required,

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

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 12 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR

Anna Verhage (Clinical Dietitian) at anna.verhage@nmdhb.govt.nz .

Job ref: R1N26-006

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.