Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (13/4/26 – 5/2/27) – Job Share may be considered
Position Classification: Dietitian
Remuneration: $116,892.00 - $120,680.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 9 March 2026 – 11:59pm
Senior Clinical Dietitian
Orange Health Service
About the role
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced dietitian to take up the role of Senior Clinical Dietitian at Orange Health Service. This is a full-time maternity leave relief position.
We are seeking a dietitian who is:
- Organised, calm and caring in their approach
- Clinically competent with strong knowledge in acute clinical dietetics
- Experience in managing complex patients, including ICU and surgical caseloads
- A confident leader who can guide and support a small team
- An effective communicator and collaborative team member
You will be:
- Part of a larger, well-established Dietetics Department and work alongside specialist dietitians in oncology, renal, mental health and sub-acute care
- Supported by a full-time AHA
- Have strong multidisciplinary collaboration with other AH professionals
Orange is a beautiful regional location known for its food, wine and outdoor lifestyle and WNSWLHD has a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and supporting a healthy work-life balance.
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To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click 'Apply'
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Kaye Foster-Powell, Acting Head of Dietetics on (02) 6369 3225 or at for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD