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$63.81 - $65.35 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Part Time 16 hours per week | Illawarra | REQ644983 | Grade: Dietitian Level 4 | Applications close: 26 March 2026
Interviews scheduled for Wednesday 1 April 2026
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An exciting opportunity exists for a senior Dietitian to join the ISLHD Nutrition & Dietetics Department as an Aged Care Clinical Lead Dietitian Level 4.
The Aged Care Clinical Lead Dietitian is a Level 4 Dietitian position based at Port Kembla Hospital and provides leadership within Aged Care and Rehab nutrition services across the ISLHD Nutrition & Dietetics Department. The position will be part time permanent 16 hours per week starting from the end of April. The position will form a job-share with a substantive position holder.
We are seeking a clinician with extensive recent experience in Clinical Dietetics in the inpatient and outpatient setting who brings skills and experience in aged care nutrition, chronic disease management and counselling. The role will be initially based at Port Kembla Hospital within the dietetic team across Shellharbour, Bulli and Coledale, and also has district wide responsibilities. The position will predominantly be outpatient based, but may also will include inpatient work across various sites.
The position will support other Dietitians working within Aged Care/rehab nutrition across ISLHD and may be required to work at these sites for support as required. The Clinical Lead Dietitian also contributes to the ISLHD Nutrition & Dietetics Leadership team to support the broader Nutrition & Dietetics Department including professional development, teaching and training of staff and students as well as research, quality improvement and service evaluation.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Eligible for membership in Dietitians Association of Australia
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Anna Page on *********@health.nsw.gov.au
ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.