About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Grade 1 Dietitian to join our Warrnambool Health service. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality, evidence-based nutrition care within a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.

As a Grade 1 Dietitian, you will play a key role in achieving discipline outcomes and promoting best practice in patient care. Your focus will be on delivering effective and efficient nutrition services across a variety of settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and community care.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Conducting accurate nutritional assessments and developing appropriate clinical management plans
• Managing and prioritising a varied caseload effectively
• Maintaining accurate statistics and clinical records in line with professional standards
• Collaborating with the broader healthcare team to support integrated patient care

This is a fantastic opportunity for a new or early-career dietitian to grow their skills in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact on patient health outcomes.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Full-time (80 hours per fortnight, with a monthly ADO), Fixed-term position until August 2026.
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Dietitian Grade 1
• Salary Range: $64,708.80 - $92,123.20 pro rata, plus superannuation

What you bring

• University Qualification that meets the Accreditation guidelines of the Dietitian's Association of Australia
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing education and professional development.
• Demonstrated clinical and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in partnership with other team members.
• Sound organisational and planning skills.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio-economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 1 June 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Health Sector (Medical Scientists, Pharmacists And Psychologists) Single Interest Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025 with the appropriate classification of Dietitian Grade 1.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check
• Current Immunisation status

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