Senior Dietitian - Aged Care

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (06 April 2026 – 01 January 2027) Position Classification: Dietitian – Level 3 Remuneration: $116,892.00 - $120,680.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable) Hours Per Week: up to 24 Requisition ID: REQ646038 Vaccination Category: This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital Are you a talented Dietitian looking to make a significant impact within regional communities? Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Aged Care Dietitian who is ready for a new adventure. As an Aged Care Dietitian (Level 3), you will be a part of the collaborative Nutrition and Dietetics team at our state-of-the-art Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, working alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide high quality care to the community of Wagga Wagga. About The Role The Aged Care Dietitian works as an essential part of a multidisciplinary team on the Aged Care Ward of Wagga Wagga Base Hospital. This is an opportunity for an experienced dietitian with high-level clinical knowledge and skills to work autonomously while providing expert nutritional care and advice that is evidenced based. You’ll contribute to quality improvement and team leadership including clinical supervision and student involvement. You’ll be a valued team member in a wider Dietetics team including both Dietitians and Allied Health Assistants. Click here for the Position Description Key Deliverables Deliver comprehensive nutrition and dietetics services with clinical expertise in your specialty areaLead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient health outcomesProvide supervision and support to dietitians, allied health assistants, and studentsPlan, implement, and evaluate quality improvement programmes and research initiativesDevelop cultural competence with commitment to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal people and minority populationsMaintain accurate documentation and activity statistics in line with key performance indicators Our Ideal Candidate Will Have Tertiary qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics with eligibility for full membership of Dietitians Australia (DA)Demonstrated high-level clinical knowledge, skills, and experience within your specialty areaProven leadership capabilities including staff supervision, negotiation, and advocacyExcellence in communication, education, and training deliveryExperience in planning, implementing, and evaluating quality improvement programmesStrong time management skills with ability to respond to varying workloadsCurrent Class C Driver's LicenceVaccination Category A complianceNSW Working with Children Check Why Join MLHD? At Murrumbidgee Local Health District, we live our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment. You'll be part of a supportive network that values professional development, cultural competence, and excellence in patient care. Benefits Include Professional development opportunities and clinical supervisionInvolvement in MLHD Nutrition and Dietetics and Allied Health networksSupport for evidence-based practice activities and research More Information Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Jasmin Segar on [email protected] Applications close: 2 April 2026 This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds