Senior Clinical Dietitian and Team Leader
Lead specialist nutrition care within a tertiary Cystic Fibrosis service
Combine advanced clinical expertise with education, research and service leadership
Shape evidence‑based practice at one of NSW’s leading hospitals
Manage complex CF caseloads, lead best‑practice nutrition care and build clinical capability through research, education and service leadership.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 4
Remuneration: $126,524.00 - $129,591.00 Per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Located at Westmead Hospital, this role sits within a major tertiary teaching hospital recognised for clinical excellence, innovation and research. You will join the Dietetics and Nutrition Department, working closely with the multidisciplinary Cystic Fibrosis Service delivering lifelong, specialist care.
A high‑acuity, high‑impact Cystic Fibrosis service with state‑wide reach
Strong multidisciplinary collaboration across medical, nursing and allied health teams
A values‑driven, patient‑centred culture focused on safety and quality
Opportunities to contribute to education, research and service development
Supportive leadership committed to professional growth and wellbeing
What you'll be doing
As Senior Clinical Dietitian and Team Leader, you will combine advanced clinical practice with leadership, education and quality improvement responsibilities in a fast‑paced tertiary environment.
Manage a complex inpatient and outpatient caseload within the Cystic Fibrosis service
Lead and embed evidence‑based nutrition care, clinical pathways and competency development
Supervise and mentor clinical dietitians, students and dietitian assistants
Drive quality improvement, NSQHS activities and nutrition‑focused research projects
Contribute to strategic planning, reporting and service innovation across Dietetics and Cystic Fibrosis services
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria
Qualification: Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer that provides eligibility for full membership of Dietitians Australia
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated extensive post graduate clinical dietetics experience and a broad generalist knowledge of clinical nutrition
Demonstrated evidence of providing advice to managers on clinical service development including implementation/procedure development, evaluation, and redesign
Demonstrated experience in the clinical supervision of staff/students and evidence of contribution to education activities
Well-developed communication, coaching and facilitation skills
Ability to work as an effective team member in a busy environment
Excellent time management and organisation skills. Ability to prioritise workload and work independently and in a team
Able to display good computer skills and experience with meal/diet ordering systems such as Cbord and Cerner, virtual programs such as MS Teams, SharePoint and experiences with telehealth and electronic medical records
Experience in designing, implementing, leading, developing and evaluating research/quality improvement projects
Requisition ID: REQ653544
Applications Close: 31st May 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Wendy Tu (Wendy.Tu@health.nsw.gov.au), 8890 6638
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
