Job no:
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Work type:
Part time
Location:
Adelaide Metro Western
Categories:
Allied and Scientific Health
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - Senior Dietician - (Mental Health Services - Rehabilitation)
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville SA ****
AHP3 - $112,139 to $120,284 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
Temporary up to 27/8/27 and part-time working ***** hours per week
We Need You in Allied Health
Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.
Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings.
Thrive in a values-driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused.
Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth.
Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.
At CALHN, every voice matters.
We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model.
Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN
About the Role
Join CALHN as a Senior Clinical Dietitian and bring your specialist expertise to the Inpatient Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit.
Help consumers achieve positive nutrition, recovery and wellbeing outcomes through evidence-based, person-centred care.
Deliver specialist nutrition and dietetic care
Provide expert advice to the multidisciplinary team
Support recovery, independence and community integration
Lead dietetic service development and quality improvement
Contribute to research and evidence-based clinical practice
About You
You are a collaborative and self-motivated Dietitian who brings specialist clinical expertise,



sound judgement and a commitment to recovery-focused, evidence-based care.
To be successful in this role you will:
Hold a dietetics qualification eligible for Dietitians Australia
Bring relevant specialist clinical nutrition experience
Apply recovery-oriented and trauma-informed approaches to care
Demonstrate leadership, teamwork and robust communication skills
Lead quality improvement, policy and service development initiatives
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
Why You'll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
Make your money go further
- salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
Grow your career
- build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
Work together
- strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
Professional development allowance
- with structured development support
Balance work and life
- access flexible work options where available
Support your wellbeing
- enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
Feel supported
- confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Diversity and Inclusion
We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Friday 25th of September ****
Connect with Georgia Wright, Team Manager - TQEH MHRU
P: ************
E: ******
Bring your dietetic expertise to mental health rehabilitation and help empower recovery, independence and better wellbeing outcomes at CALHN.
Bring your dietetic expertise to mental health rehabilitation and help empower recovery, independence and better wellbeing outcomes at CALHN.
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