- Competitive Salary – $87,000 – $105,000 + Super – Full-time (Part-time considered) - Flexible work arrangements - Ongoing professional development & supervision About Us: Desert Dietitians is a community-focused private practice delivering evidence-based, culturally respectful nutrition services across Central Australia. We work with individuals, families, and communities to improve health outcomes through practical, client-centered care. Our services span clinic consultations, outreach, Aboriginal health, NDIS, aged care, chronic disease management, and health promotion.

The Opportunity: We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) to join our team in Alice Springs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong client relationships, values holistic care, and is keen to work in a rural and remote setting. You’ll deliver high-quality, tailored nutrition care across diverse populations, adapting your approach to suit cultural, social, and environmental contexts.

Key Responsibilities





- Conduct individualised nutrition assessments and develop care plans - Provide dietary counselling across areas such as:
- Disability nutrition - Aged care - Chronic disease (e.g. diabetes, cardiovascular disease) - Gut health - Women’s health - Weight and metabolic health - Menu planning and development - Deliver services in-clinic, via telehealth, and through outreach - Develop practical, culturally appropriate nutrition strategies - Participate in health promotion and community education About You:
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) - Minimum 2 years’ experience (private practice or disability highly regarded) - Robust communication and interpersonal skills - Client-centered, non-judgemental approach - Ability to work independently and within a small team - Excellent organizational and time-management skills - Interest or experience in rural, remote or Aboriginal health - Current Police Check & Working with Children (Ochre Card) - Driver’s licence (preferred for outreach work)

📌 Dietitian Professional level 1-2 – Desert Dietitians (Alice Springs)
🏢 Northern Territory PHN (operating entity: Health Network Northern Territory
📍 Alice Springs