Achieve Something Great
Join a district-wide, multidisciplinary team within the SWSLHD Osteoarthritis Chronic Care Program (OACCP) to support people living with osteoarthritis to improve their health, function and quality of life through evidence-based, high-value, non-surgical care.
- Provide specialised nutrition assessment, intervention and education through both face-to-face and virtual consultations, improving access to care across the district to delay or avoid joint replacement surgery
- Play a key role in the expansion of services across South Western Sydney, including support for patients on orthopaedic waitlists and improved access to care at Bankstown and Campbelltown Hospitals
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of allied health, nursing, medical and administrative professionals to implement the ACI OACCP Model of Care and the Osteoarthritis Clinical Care Standard.
- Contribute to a funded service improvement project running until June 2028, with opportunities to influence model-of-care development, service evaluation, patient experience and health system outcomes across the district.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Dietitian who is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred nutrition care in a collaborative clinical environment.
- Advanced clinical expertise in weight management, chronic disease management and behaviour change, with the ability to apply evidence-based nutrition interventions in complex clinical situations.
- A strong commitment to patient-centred care, with the ability to build rapport and engage diverse populations through both face-to-face and telehealth consultations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and the delivery of high-quality patient education
- Strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to influence practice, support service development and contribute to the implementation of innovative models of care
- Commitment and experience to quality improvement, evaluation and the use of outcome measures to enhance patient care and service effectiveness
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary Positions
Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
Vaccination Requirements
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
