Dietitian Assistant

4 weeks ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Calvary Health Care Full time

Join to apply for the Dietitian Assistant role at Calvary Health Care

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Dietitian Assistant role at Calvary Health Care

  • Newcastle, NSW, Australia
  • Permanent
  • Closing on: Jun 1 2025

Add to favourites Favourite View favourites

Position Description

Dietician Assistant

Nutrition and Dietetics

Calvary Mater Newcastle
  • Permanent Part Time
  • Salary Classification: Allied Health Assistant Level 2
  • Remuneration: $31.32921 - $32.26947 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging options designed to reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay

About The Role

The Dietitian Assistant will work under the supervision of a dietitian to perform clinical and non-clinical duties. The Dietitian Assistant is responsible for supporting the nutrition care team in the provision of a safe, effective, and efficient nutrition care service to inpatients. The assistant will work closely with Dietitians and Food Services to meet the needs of patients on therapeutic diets.

Your main duties will include:
  • Assist the clinical dietitian with implementation and monitoring of prescribed nutrition care plans.
  • Apply clinical nutrition / therapeutic diet protocols as delegated by the supervising dietitian
  • Facilitates access to food and fluids for patients on therapeutic diets

About You
  • Have completed Certificate III in Nutrition & Dietary Practices or equivalent qualification OR has a Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition & Dietetics) OR has a nutrition undergraduate qualification
  • Previous experience as a dietitian assistant or hospital health care worker
  • Ability to work a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays
  • Demonstrates knowledge to assist in the provision of nutrition support, and be committed to learning and safe delivery of nutrition care
  • Demonstrates excellent communication, interpersonal and organisation skills
  • Ability to work effectively with others involved in nutrition care

For further information please contact Allison Fraser, Dietician in Charge at Allison.Fraser@calvarymater.org.au

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:
  • Fitness Passport.
  • Gender Neutral parental leave
  • Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
  • Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
  • ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
  • Novated leasing available for eligible employees
  • 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
  • Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay

HOW DO YOU APPLY?
  • Click 'Apply for Job' and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
  • Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
  • Attach a current resume.
  • Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
  • Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you'll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:
  • As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, and criminal history check, to ensure suitability for the role.
  • You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.
Seniority level
  • Seniority levelEntry level
Employment type
  • Employment typePart-time
Job function
  • Job functionHealth Care Provider
  • IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Calvary Health Care by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for "Dietetic Assistant" roles.

We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • New Graduate Occupational Therapist

    3 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia ORS Group Full time

    Start Your OT Career with ORS – Support, Supervision & Career Growth from Day One Congratulations on completing your OT studies Are you ready to start your career with a company that combines strong professional support, a great culture, and meaningful client outcomes?At ORS, you'll join one of Australia's largest allied health providers and be supported...

  • New Graduate Occupational Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia ORS Group Full time

    OverviewStart Your OT Career with ORS – Support, Supervision & Career Growth from Day OneCongratulations on completing your OT studies Are you ready to start your career with a company that combines strong professional support, a great culture, and meaningful client outcomes?At ORS, you'll join one of Australia's largest allied health providers and be...

  • New Graduate Occupational Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia ORS Group Full time

    OverviewStart Your OT Career with ORS – Support, Supervision & Career Growth from Day OneCongratulations on completing your OT studies Are you ready to start your career with a company that combines strong professional support, a great culture, and meaningful client outcomes?At ORS, you'll join one of Australia's largest allied health providers and be...

  • New Graduate Occupational Therapist

    3 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia ORS Group Full time

    OverviewStart Your OT Career with ORS – Support, Supervision & Career Growth from Day OneCongratulations on completing your OT studies Are you ready to start your career with a company that combines strong professional support, a great culture, and meaningful client outcomes?At ORS, you'll join one of Australia's largest allied health providers and be...

  • Paediatric Occupational Therapist: New Graduate Opportunities

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Community Therapy Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    Paediatric Occupational Therapist Opportunities - New Graduates 2026 Employment Term: Ongoing, Full-TimeSupportive Mentoring from experienced Occupational Therapists and multi-disciplinary team supportTotal Remuneration Package: Based on your level and clinical experienceWork with Purpose: Be an integral part of a healthcare team changing lives in your...

  • Dietitian Assistant

    6 days ago

    Newcastle, Australia Calvary Full time

    Dietician Assistant Nutrition and Dietetics Calvary Mater Newcastle Permanent Part Time **Salary Classification**: Allied Health Assistant Level 2 **Remuneration**: $31.32921 - $32.26947 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging options designed to reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay About the role The Dietitian Assistant will work...

  • Accredited Practising Dietitian

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, Australia Nourished Not Deprived Full time

    **General Purpose of Position**: Hello friend and welcome to the world of Nourished Not Deprived. Where your health, both mental and physical is at the forefront of mind always. If you are a Dietitian looking to fill 1 day or your week, or perhaps looking to fill a fulls week worth of work, we would love to hear from you. Here at Nourished our Dietitians...

  • Diabetes Dietitian

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, Australia Hunter New England Local Health District Full time

    **Empower lives through nutrition - join our dynamic diabetes team and make a real impact across the Hunter and Mid North Coast.** **Remuneration**: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour + super **Employment Type**: Temporary Part Time until September 2026 **Position Classification**: Dietitian Level 1/2 **Location**: Newcastle Community Health Service **Hours Per...

  • Allied Health Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Australia Plena Healthcare Full time

    Your Opportunity: You will be responsible for working under the direction of Physiotherapists / Occupational therapists in order to deliver a consistently high standard of clinical service to clients in Residential Aged Care (RAC) Settings. As an Allied Health Assistant, it is expected that your time will consist of both clinical and administrative...

  • New Graduate Occupational Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Australia ORS Group Full time

    Overview Start Your OT Career with ORS – Support, Supervision & Career Growth from Day One Congratulations on completing your OT studies! Are you ready to start your career with a company that combines strong professional support, a great culture, and meaningful client outcomes? At ORS, you’ll join one of Australia’s largest allied health providers...

  • Transition Care Coordinator

    6 days ago

    Newcastle, Australia Hunter New England Local Health District Full time

    **_Support young people in their healthcare journey - make a meaningful impact during a vital time of transition._** **Remuneration**: $57.11 - $58.99 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging **Location**: Newcastle Community Health Service **Employment Type**: Temporary Part Time until July 2026 **Position Classification**: Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2,...

  • New Graduate Occupational Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Newcastle-Maitland, Australia ORS Full time

    Start Your OT Career with ORS – Support, Supervision & Career Growth from Day OneCongratulations on completing your OT studies Are you ready to start your career with a company that combines strong professional support, a great culture, and meaningful client outcomes?At ORS, you'll join one of Australia's largest allied health providers and be supported...

  • Exercise Physiologist

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Recovery Station Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    Flexible Hours to Suit Your Work-Life Balance + WFH Ongoing Structured Training & Development with Personalised CPD Specialised Office Support to Assist with Admin and Scheduling Community + Clinic Role with Diverse Adult ClientsOur "Why"Recovery Station exists to empower individuals to live a quality life. We believe in creating the ideal environment for...

  • Mental Health Occupational Therapist

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Recovery Station Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Flexible PT or FT Hours to Suit Your Work-Life Balance + WFH Ongoing Structured Training & Development with Personalised CPD Specialised Office Support to Assist with Admin and Scheduling Community + Clinic Role with Diverse Adult ClientsOur "Why"Recovery Station exists to empower people to live a quality life. We believe in creating the ideal work...