Dietitian- Critical Care (RAH)

Health; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Career growth

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) invites applications for a Dietitian (AHP2) focusing on critical care and intensive care at Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide CBD. The role offers a permanent full-time appointment with a salary range of $94,997 to $110,052 per year plus super and salary packaging.

You will assess, plan and deliver tailored nutrition support for inpatients, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to seven-day services across CALHN sites.

Qualifications

• Hold a Nutrition and Dietetics degree eligible for DA membership.
• Demonstrate strong dietetic assessment and treatment skills.
• Bring clinical experience across a broad range of conditions.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams.
• Manage a varied caseload and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs and develop tailored care plans.
• Deliver nutrition counselling to patients and families.
• Provide expert dietetic advice to healthcare teams.
• Collaborate across allied health and community services.
• Support and supervise dietitians where required.
• Contribute across CALHN sites and seven-day services.

Skills

Dietetic assessment

Communication

Caseload management

Education

Nutrition and Dietetics degree

Job description

Job no: 949880
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - Dietitian- Critical Care and Intensive Care (RAH)

• The Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide SA 5000
• AHP2 - $94,997 to $110,052 p.a.+ super + salary packaging
• Permanent full-time

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research and innovation. As the largest health network in South Australia, CALHN plays a leading role in improving the health and wellbeing of our community by delivering safe, connected and high-quality healthcare. With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model.

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

About the Role

Join CALHN as a Dietitian (AHP2) and use your expertise to improve nutrition and patient care. You’ll assess, plan and deliver tailored nutrition support for inpatients while working closely with multidisciplinary teams in the area of critical care.

• Assess nutritional needs and develop tailored care plans
• Deliver nutrition counselling to patients and families
• Provide expert dietetic advice to healthcare teams
• Collaborate across allied health and community services
• Support and supervise dietitians where required
• Contribute across CALHN sites and seven-day services

About You

You are a collaborative and adaptable dietitian who brings sound clinical skills, a patient-focused approach and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold a Nutrition and Dietetics degree eligible for DA membership
• Demonstrate strong dietetic assessment and treatment skills
• Bring clinical experience across a broad range of conditions
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams
• Manage a varied caseload and adapt to changing priorities

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

• Make your money go further - salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options

• Grow your career - build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
• Balance work and life - access flexible work options where available
• Support your wellbeing - enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported - confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 949880 - RD for Dietitian- Critical Care (RAH).pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Emma-Louise Vale, Rehabilitation & Nutritional Support Manager
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