Dietitian Assistant

Overview

Join to apply for the Dietitian Assistant role at NSW Health. We are seeking a highly motivated Dietitian Assistant to join our team. You will be working with the Dietitians and other Dietitian Assistants at Prince of Wales Hospital to support patient nutrition care.

Job details

• Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
• Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants
• Remuneration: $60,747.33 per annum plus superannuation
• Hours Per Week: 38
• Requisition ID: REQ602205
• Applications close: Sunday 14 September 2025

We are seeking a highly motivated Dietitian Assistant to join our team. You will be working with the Dietitians and other Dietitian Assistants of Prince of Wales Hospital to support patient nutrition care.

The Role

The SESLHD vision is 'exceptional care, healthier lives'. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing compassionate care when people need it.

• Provide support to the Nutrition & Dietetics team in the delivery of health care services to clients under the direct, indirect or remote supervision of a Dietitian and consistent with SESLHD policies, procedures and standards.
• This includes assisting patients with menu selections and acting as a liaison between the Dietetics Department, nursing and food service personnel.
• This position requires a seven day rotating roster covering 365 days of the year (weekends and public holidays) with varying shift start times.

Where you\'ll be working

Prince of Wales Hospital is in Randwick, in Sydney's eastern suburbs. The hospital is close to light rail and bus stops. It is a large hospital and a vibrant and friendly workplace. The Dietitian Assistant is an important member of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics and our team is very supportive, with training and support provided to all team members.

What We Offer

• A workplace culture with a foundation that promotes person centred care approaches and staff wellbeing
• Orientation and supported transition into your new role
• Targeted clinical stream education programs affiliated with university partners
• Development pathways that are aimed at career progression
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave
• Salary Packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing
• Corporate health and fitness program, discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members
• Discounted Private Health Insurance

For more information on SESLHD careers and benefits, visit our page.

About Applying

Please review the position description and selection criteria for the role. You will need to submit an application electronically by clicking on the Apply Now button. To truly understand how perfect you are for this role, please detail your experience, skills, knowledge and any other relevant information by responding to each selection criterion.

Selection criteria

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance, or equivalent work experience and a willingness to work towards certification with SESLHD.
• Proven interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy or a willingness to learn
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and work with minimum supervision, to organise work priorities and manage time effectively
• Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and principles

Information for applicants

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
• We have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can provide support (SESLHD-) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Temporary

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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