Senior Dietitian (Pelvic Exenteration)

Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 112,139 - 120,284; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Clinical collaboration

Professional development allowance

Flexible work options

Paid leave

Health & fitness perks

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Health is recruiting a Senior Dietitian in Adelaide to join the Pelvic Exenteration team. This role involves leading advanced clinical nutrition care, coordinating dietetic services, and optimising patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition management.

The ideal candidate will possess a passion for improving patient outcomes, specialist clinical expertise, and leadership skills. This part-time position offers competitive salary packaging and professional development opportunities while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in specialist nutrition care and enteral feeding.
• Lead service improvement, education and clinical support.
• Deliver expert care with autonomy and professional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical care and coordinate dietetic services.
• Lead specialist nutrition care for complex patient groups.
• Provide expert advice to multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Leadership

Collaboration

Expertise in enteral feeding

Strong communication

Education

Qualified Dietitian eligible for Dietitians Australia membership

Job description

Job no: 943197 Work type: Part time Location: Adelaide CBD Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

Royal Adelaide Hospital & Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Nutrition and Dietetics

AHP3 $112,139 to $120,284 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging

Part time temporary 12 month contract available

We Need You in Allied Health

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world‑class care across South Australia.

• Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings.
• Thrive in a values‑driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth.
• Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.

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

About the Role

Join our specialist Pelvic Exenteration team and help deliver expert nutrition care that supports patients through complex surgical and recovery journeys. As a Senior Dietitian, you will provide advanced clinical care, coordinate dietetic services within your specialty area and use your expertise to optimise patient outcomes through evidence‑based nutrition management.

• Lead specialist nutrition care for complex patient groups.
• Coordinate referrals, care plans and service delivery.
• Guide dietitians through supervision and clinical support.
• Provide expert advice to multidisciplinary teams.
• Drive research, quality improvement and workforce development.

About You

You are an experienced Dietitian who combines specialist clinical expertise with leadership, collaboration and a passion for improving patient outcomes.

• Qualified Dietitian eligible for Dietitians Australia membership.
• Experience in specialist nutrition care and enteral feeding.
• Lead service improvement, education and clinical support.
• Build strong partnerships across multidisciplinary teams.
• Deliver expert care with autonomy and professional judgement.

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

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre‑tax super & novated lease options.
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise, a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements.
• Professional development allowance – with structured development support.
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites.
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle.
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge.
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations.
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family.

Diversity & 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 943197 Senior Dietitian Acute Role Description.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 Martine Hatzi, Senior Manager Nutrition and Dietetics TQEH.

Phone: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Tuesday 14th July 2026.

Job Ref: 943197