Senior Dietitian - Cancer

Job no: 942237
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

  • The Royal Adelaide Hospital  
  • Salary  AHP-3   $112,139 - $120,284 p.a.  + super + salary packaging
  • Full-time temporary up to 28/5/27 

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.

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role

Join our team as a Senior Clinical Dietitian and lead specialist nutrition care in the area of Oncology. Manage referrals, build expertise, guide teams, and drive evidence-based improvements across your specialty.

What you’ll do
• Lead clinical care and coordinate dietetic services in your specialty
• Supervise and mentor dietitians to build skills and confidence
• Advise medical, nursing, and food teams on specialist nutrition
• Develop policies, quality initiatives and research projects
• Support student learning and workforce development activities

About You

You are a confident Senior Clinical Dietitian ready to lead specialist oncology care, guide teams and drive best practice nutrition outcomes.

• Qualified Dietitian with DAA membership eligibility required
• Apply specialist clinical nutrition knowledge in complex care settings
• Lead service improvement, policy and quality activities confidently
• Provide supervision, education and support to dietetic staff
• Communicate clearly with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
In line with the new Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025 you’ll enjoy enhanced benefits that support you and your career.

  • Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
  • Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
  • Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
  • Professional development allowance - with structured development support
  • Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
  • Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
  • Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
  • Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
  • Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & 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.

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 5 July 2026

Job Ref:  942237

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Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position 

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Categories

SA Health

Locations

Metropolitan South Australia

Work type

Local Health Network / Business