Dietitian

• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Community & Allied Health
• Location: Port Lincoln or other location negotiable within the region
• Salary: AHP1: $73,710 - $89,981 p.a.; AHP2: $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + Regional Incentives may apply
• Temporary Full-time position working up to 30 June 2027

Please note this vacancy is multi-classed as either AHP1 or AHP2. Classification to be determined upon qualifications and experience.

Join Our Team as a Dietitian!

Are you passionate about making a difference in rural and remote healthcare? We’re looking for a skilled and dedicated Dietitian to join our team in the Eyre & Far North Region. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential therapy services to multiple communities, working both independently and as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to improve health outcomes and enhance the well-being of local residents.

The incumbent is able to reside in any of the following communities: Port Lincoln, Elliston, Streaky Bay, Ceduna, Coober Pedy, Wudinna, Cleve, Cowell, Kimba, Tumby Bay or Cummins. The incumbent will be required to provide a regional service to more than one community within the Eyre & Far North Region including those listed above on a regular and rostered schedule.   

What We’re Looking For:

Step into a dynamic role as an AHP1 where you’ll work directly with a seasoned Dietitian to shape and deliver a comprehensive suite of health services tailored to the local community's needs. As a key member of a diverse, multi-professional team, you’ll collaborate with top health experts and service providers, blending preventative care, early intervention, and innovative treatments to make a meaningful impact.

Embrace an exciting opportunity as a Dietitian (AHP2) where your clinical expertise and evolving specialist knowledge will drive the planning, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive health services tailored to our community's unique needs. With increasing autonomy, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding and mentoring less experienced professionals and students. As a vital member of a collaborative, multi-professional team, you’ll blend preventative strategies, early intervention, and innovative therapies to make a significant impact.

Must hold a recognised qualification in Dietetics and meet all requirements to obtain and maintain current AHPRA registration.

If you’re ready to contribute to a positive patient experience in a supportive environment, apply now to become part of our dedicated team!

About Us

With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy.  We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.

Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.

Click here to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network.

Why Join Us

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
• Wellbeing and counselling support: support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
• Relocation support: relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Employee recognition: supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
• Regional Incentives may apply, subject to the terms in the Enterprise Agreement. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job Ref: 948551

Enquiries

Caitlin Parker
Position: Allied Health Program Manager - Child Health
Phone: 76691063
E-mail: caitlin.parker@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 15 September 2026 - 11:55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

 948551 - AHP1 - Dietitian - C&AH - Role Description.pdf

 948551 - AHP2 - Dietitian - C&AH - Role Description.pdf