Dietitian - 5-10K Incentives Offered

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time

Position Classification: Dietician Level 1 / 2

Remuneration: $37.03 – $52.83 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme)

Location: Cowra, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 24

Applications Close: 7 October 2025 – 11:59pm

Dietician – 5-10K Incentives Offered

Cowra Health Service

About the role

The Dietician is responsible for providing patient centred and high-quality nutrition services to in-patients and out-patients of the hospital and an outreach service to Grenfell.

Cowra Health Service is a procedural hospital with 30 beds, including 24 hour emergency care, acute, sub-acute and non-acute inpatient services including, medical, surgical, rehabilitation, maternity, palliative care, diagnostic services, outpatient services and a range of primary and community health care services. Cowra Hospital is currently undergoing a redevelopment to a new hospital due for completion end of

Cowra Community Health is based in Cowra Hospital and we value greater autonomy and responsibility and support you in an inclusive, collaborative, and caring team environment.

Our vision is to support healthier people and thriving communities.

This is a part time temporary contract for 12 months with the possibility of extending the contract for the right person. Your hours of work will be 8:00am – 4.30pm, Wednesday – Friday.

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

• Access to our award-winning New Graduate Network – the Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program.
• No weekend or after hours work
• Contributing to the health of a hard working and welcoming rural area
• Broad range of rural dietitian experience including sub-acute inpatients, outpatients, and paediatrics
• Access to Salary packaging to save tax, Fitness Passport and free and confidential counselling services

Cowra is a town in the Central West of NSW, with a population of approx. 10,000. It is located on the banks of the Lachlan River and boasts a rich cultural and farming heritage, with the beautiful Wyangala Dam only a short drive away, as well as the Japanese Gardens and Cultural Centre and a number of art galleries and museums. The town has multiple supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, many cafes, boutique shops and a library. A choice of schools and endless sporting activities make it a great place to live and work.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Early in your career? Get AHEAD

Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD's Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:

• Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
• Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
• Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
• Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program

The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information

Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program

To apply for this role:

• Click 'Apply'
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Brenda Hurst, Manager Primary and Community Health on or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD