Dietitian - Grade 1

Position overview

• Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (32 hours per fortnight)
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Dietitian Grade 1
• Salary Range: $64,708.80 - $92,123.20 pro rata, plus superannuation

Looking for a rewarding role that offers permanent employment, flexibility and an exceptional team culture?

South West Healthcare is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Grade 1 Dietitian to join our Nutrition and Dietetics team. This is an outstanding opportunity to secure a permanent part-time position, providing the stability of ongoing employment while supporting work-life balance.

Whether you are a new graduate ready to launch your career or an early career clinician looking to broaden your experience, you will be supported by an experienced, welcoming multidisciplinary team committed to high quality patient care and professional development.

About the role

As a Grade 1 Dietitian, you will deliver evidence based nutrition care across a diverse range of clinical settings, including inpatient, outpatient and community services. You will have the opportunity to develop broad clinical skills while making a genuine difference to the health and wellbeing of our community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive nutritional assessments and developing evidence-based management plans.
• Managing and prioritising a varied clinical caseload.
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and activity data.
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, person-centred care.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and best practice nutrition services.

What you bring

• University Qualification that meets the Accreditation guidelines of Dietitians Australia
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

• Demonstrated clinical capability and a proactive approach to patient care.
• The ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Based in the vibrant regional city of Warrnambool on Victoria's spectacular southwest coast, you will enjoy a fulfilling career while embracing an enviable coastal lifestyle.

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 6 September 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au