Dietitian - Diabetes Alliance Program Plus

Drive better diabetes outcomes as a DAP+ Dietitian - integrated care, education and outreach across Hunter New England communities

Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: James Fletcher Hospital
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time – Until December 2027
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 3 
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ630162
Applications Close: Sunday 1st February 2026. Interviews will be held Thursday 5th February 2026

About the role

Are you passionate about improving health outcomes for people living with diabetes and preventing lower limb complications? 

Join our innovative Diabetes Alliance Program Plus (DAP+) team and make a real difference across the Hunter New England region. This temporary part time position (0.42 FTE) - contracted until end of December 2027 - offers the chance to work within a multidisciplinary team, deliver integrated care and education to support diverse communities. This exciting role offers the chance to connect with urban, rural, and remote communities through our innovative DAP+ Medibus and Integrated care model between diabetes specialists and the primary care sector. As our DAP+ Dietitian, you will:
 

• Provide expert dietetic advice and referral pathways for people with diabetes.
• Develop and facilitate education to primary care and allied health clinicians at our DAP+ led education events and Nutrition Community of Practice (CoP).
• Travel across the region with the DAP+ Medibus team when needed to support patients, General Practice and Allied Health staff.
• Contribute to service planning, evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
  
  
  A typical week may include supporting clinic-based care, outreach visits on the DAP+ Medibus, and collaborating with HNE Health and primary care stakeholders to enhance patient outcomes, service mapping and facilitating education to meet the needs of local communities and healthcare providers.
  
  You will be offered comprehensive orientation and ongoing professional development, opportunities to innovate and contribute to service improvement and work within a supportive team environment with a focus on NSW Health, cultural respect and Closing the Cap strategies.
  
  Where you’ll be working
  
  The Diabetes Alliance Program Plus (DAP+) is a collaborative program designed to improve diabetes care through specialist outreach and integrated models of care within the primary care sector. You’ll be based at Wisteria House, James Fletcher Campus, and work across urban, rural, and remote locations via our DAP+ Medibus.
  
  Our team includes Endocrinologists, Diabetes Educators, an Aboriginal Health Worker, Dietitian, Podiatrist, Managers, and Administration Officers, all committed to excellence and cultural respect. We pride ourselves on a supportive, inclusive, and innovative culture, where teamwork and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
  
  About you
  
  We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Dietitian who can operate independently and demonstrate advanced clinical expertise. The ideal candidate will bring:
   
• Clinical Expertise: Ability to manage complex cases requiring advanced practice skills.
• Communication Excellence: High-level verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, adaptable to different audiences.
• Problem-Solving: Independent judgment and ethical decision-making in complex situations.
• Collaboration: Strong ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and liaise with external stakeholders.
• Compliance: COVID-19 vaccination and ability to meet NSW Health requirements, including respirator fit testing.
   

Whilst experience is preferred, we will support development in leading continuous improvement initiatives, education and mentoring. We offer guidance and tools to assist in advanced planning and evaluating workforce, team and community activities. 

Requirements:
 

• Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in nutrition and dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Current eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances.
   

What we offer

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations.

Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• Salary packaging options 
• Fitness Passport 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au  for confidential support.  

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability. 

1. Demonstrated high level verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
2. Demonstrated ability to independently problem-solve and apply professional and ethical boundaries when working with complex situations as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
3. Demonstrated ability to lead planning and evaluation of team activities.

Need more information? 

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For role related queries or questions contact Alicia Southwell on alicia.southwell@health.nsw.gov.au