Job Description
30 hours per fortnight (0.4 FTE), with genuine potential to grow
Help shape the next chapter of an established bariatric practice
Bariatric care is entering a significant new era.
The rapid rise of weight-loss medications has changed the conversation around obesity treatment.
Against this evolving landscape, LapSurgery Australia remains firmly focused on specialist surgical care, evidence-based nutrition and meaningful long-term patient outcomes.
Established in ****, LapSurgery Australia has a longstanding reputation in bariatric and upper gastrointestinal surgery.
The practice is now undergoing an exciting transition, with a new partner joining the team and fresh opportunities to strengthen, modernise and grow the service.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking dietitian to play an important role in this next chapter.
The opportunity
This is more than a two-day clinical position.
It is an opportunity to take ownership of an established dietetic service, bring new ideas to the practice and help shape its future direction.
As the practice's sole dietitian, you will work closely with our surgeons, nurses and broader multidisciplinary team to provide specialised nutrition care throughout each patient's bariatric or upper GI surgical journey.
The position will commence at two days per week, with genuine scope to increase clinical days and broaden the role as the practice grows.
Key responsibilities
Provide individualised nutrition assessment, education and counselling




Prepare and support patients before bariatric and upper GI surgery
Provide structured postoperative nutrition care and long-term follow-up
Develop practical, evidence-based nutrition plans tailored to individual needs
Identify nutritional deficiencies, postoperative concerns and barriers to progress
Recognise disordered eating behaviours and refer or elevate appropriately
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Collaborate closely with surgeons and the multidisciplinary team
Develop engaging and accessible patient-education resources
Contribute ideas to service development, patient engagement and practice growth
Contribute to professional educational and social-media content, where appropriate
Recognised tertiary qualification in nutrition and dietetics
Accredited Practising Dietitian status and eligibility for membership with Dietitians Australia
At least two years of relevant clinical experience
Ability to work independently and manage a clinical caseload
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based and person-centred care
An adaptable, non-judgemental and collaborative approach
Experience in bariatric surgery, upper GI surgery and/or weight management
Experience supporting patients with eating disorders or disordered eating
Interest or experience in patient education and community engagement
Experience creating skilled health-education or social-media content

📌 Dietitian - Bariatric And Upper Gi Surgery (Victoria)
🏢 LapSurgery Australia
📍 Victoria