Diabetes Dietitian

Empower lives through nutrition - join our dynamic diabetes team and make a real impact across the Hunter and Mid North Coast.

Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour + super
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until September 2026
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 1/2
Location: Newcastle Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ592268
Applications Close: Sunday, 17th August 2025


Where you'll be working:
We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Dietitian to join the Integrated Care Hunter and Mid North Coast Community Diabetes Education Team on a part-time basis (2 days per week).

Based in beautiful Newcastle, NSW, this role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team, providing medical nutrition therapy and education to people living with diabetes and their carers.

If you’re keen to make a real difference in the community and contribute to empowering patients through evidence-based care, we’d love to hear from you.

About you:
The Integrated Care Hunter and Mid North Coast Diabetes Team is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Dietitian with a genuine passion for supporting people living with diabetes. In this rewarding role, you’ll work with patients across the spectrum, including type 1, type 2, gestational, and emerging forms of diabetes, delivering high-quality nutritional care tailored to their individual needs.

We’re looking for someone with experience in diabetes management (or a strong interest in developing their skills in this area), who can provide patient-centred, evidence-based care across a range of settings. You’ll be delivering one-on-one consults, group sessions, and telehealth services, and will have the opportunity to work across multiple sites within the local health district.

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.

What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer: 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 

• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 

• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 

Additional information:

• 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.
  
   

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Hunter New England Health 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.