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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 4
Remuneration: $131,585.00 - $134,775.00 pa (+ superannuation + )
Location: Bathurst, NSW -
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 19 August 2026 - 11:59pm

Senior Dietitian - Head of Department
Bathurst Health Service

About the role
The Dietetics Head of Department (HOD) is accountable for the provision of a high level of clinical service including independent professional judgement in solving problems and managing complex issues.

As the Senior Clinician and Dietitian Manager, you will demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning skills in the provision of clinical care, operating independently with minimum direct clinical supervision.

By planning, implementing and reporting on services to promote effective and efficient clinical service delivery, you will identify opportunities for improvement and lead appropriate activities in order to improve clinical care.

Responsible for effective recruitment, leadership, management, development and performance of direct reports, you will also play an active role in development of positive and proactive team culture.

About Bathurst Health Service

Bathurst Health Service is a Level C referral facility with 100 beds.

include allied health, ambulatory care, coronary care, emergency medicine, intensive care (level 4), general medicine, maternity (level 4), mental health drug & alcohol, obstetrics & gynaecology, oncology, paediatrics, pathology, radiology, rehabilitation and surgery services.

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· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login

· Upload your current resume

· Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Melissa Monge on (02) 6330 5634 or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under . Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).

· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit:

· Western NSW is committed to creating a secure and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

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📌 Senior Dietitian - Head of Department (Bathurst)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Bathurst