Dietitian (Senior) - Eating Disorders

Townsville Hospital and Health Service; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $64.64 to $69.55 p.h. (H

4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.

12.75% employer contribution to super

Salary Sacrificing options

Job summary

Townsville Hospital and Health Service in Townsville, QLD, is seeking a dietitian to deliver high‑quality dietetic services within a multidisciplinary mental health team. The role focuses on planning and providing clinical care and therapeutic interventions within a recovery and rehabilitation framework.

Mandatory APD credential and Nutrition and Dietetics degree are required; mental health and eating disorder experience are highly desirable, as is ANZAED credential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and APD credential.
• Desirable: experience in mental health and eating disorders.
• Desirable: ANZAED credential as Eating Disorder Clinician.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality dietetic services as part of a multidisciplinary mental health team.
• Plan and provide clinical care and therapeutic interventions within a recovery framework.
• Contribute to education and collaborative care within Townsville HHS.

Skills

APD credential

Mental health experience

Eating disorders experience

Registration proof

Education

Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Townsville QLD

About your opportunity

This position delivers high quality, evidence based dietetic services as a member of the multidisciplinary mental health team to consumers with eating disorders, their carers and relevant stakeholders with a focus on planning and provision of clinical care and therapeutic interventions within a recovery and rehabilitation framework.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $64.64 to $69.55 p.h. (HP4)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration:

• The successful applicant must hold a degree, or equivalent, in Nutrition and Dietetics and hold the Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD) credential.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of APD credential with Dietitians Australia.
• Experience working in mental health and, more specifically, eating disorder practice is highly desirable.
• Credentialed status with the Australian and New Zealand Academy for Eating Disorders (ANZAED) as an Eating Disorder Clinician is highly desirable.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Applications close: Monday, 4 January 2027

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.