Dietitian in Charge

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (until 24 January 2027)

Position Classification: Dietitian – Level 5

Remuneration: $130, $133,835.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours Per Week: 8

Requisition ID: REQ607486

Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital

Are you a talented Dietitian looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?

About the role:

The Wagga Wagga Base Hospital is looking for an experienced and capable dietitian to lead the team. The dietetics team works closely with the wider multidisciplinary team.

As the Dietitian in Charge, you will be responsible for:

• Undertaking work of significant scope and complexity and undertake duties of an innovative, novel and/or critical nature.
• Promoting quality and safety of services by ensuring appropriate clinical supervision and support is provided to dietetics staff, Allied Health Assistants and students.
• Providing leadership in the achievement of team and organisation goals and objectives, including planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting on services, to promote efficient and effective clinical care and team performance.

What MLHD offer:

• Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A Bachelor or post graduate degree in nutrition and dietetics with eligibility for full membership to the Dietitians Association of Australia.
• Sound clinical background with extensive knowledge and clinical experience.
• High proficiency in communication skills and working as part of a collaborative team.

More information:

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Duncan McMaster – A/ Allied Health and Ambulatory Care Manager on for a confidential chat.

Applications close: 10 October 2025

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

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