Careers

New Graduate Dietitian – 0.9 FTE | 12-month Contract (with possibility of extension)

When it comes to cancer care, choose hope.

Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is an internationally recognised independent, not-for-profit cancer hospital leading the way in delivering patient-centred cancer care. We seek passionate, caring, and dedicated staff who align with our Founder’s vision of creating a collaborative environment in which, respect, discovery, empowerment, and nurture, thrive in the interests of our patients.

Our model of care is multidisciplinary, patient-centred, and research-based, delivered through integrated and co-located services — including Australia’s largest You Can Centre for young people.

The Dietetics Department is seeking a highly motivated New Graduate Dietitian who aligns with our Founder’s vision of creating a collaborative environment where respect, discovery, empowerment, and nurture thrive — all in the interests of our patients.

With work life balance in mind, the successful applicant will have the choice to work a 9-day fortnight or 5 days a week reduced hours (68.4 hours a fortnight)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nutritional management for oncology inpatients and outpatients, including comprehensive nutrition assessment, planning and implementing appropriate interventions, and delivering education and counselling to patients and carers.
• Participate in multidisciplinary, allied health, and dietetic team meetings.
• Participate in supervision, mentoring, teaching, education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with the food service provider to support the provision of safe, high-quality meals.

Selection Criteria

1. Australian Resident or Citizen with full working rights.
2. Recognised qualification in Nutrition & Dietetics; graduated within the last 12 months.
3. Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status with Dietitians Australia.
4. Completion of at least 5 weeks of dietetic clinical placement in an acute hospital setting.
5. Recent completion of professional learning and development activities related to oncology nutrition.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to self-reflect, set development goals, and work toward their attainment.
8. Adaptability, resilience, and the ability to manage competing demands effectively.
9. Demonstrated ability to practice safely as a clinician and work well within a team.
10. Evidence of immunisations to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy for a Category A position

Application Process

To apply, please collate and submit the following seven documents as one PDF. Please label the file: SURNAME_FIRST INITIAL (before 5pm on 21 November):

1. Proof of Australian residency or nationality
2. APD certificate
3. Proof of dietetics qualification
4. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
   • Maximum 2 pages
   • Clearly separate employment history (paid work) from non-employed experience (e.g. student placements)
   • Include 2 referees
5. Cover letter
   • Explain why you are applying, demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria, and share a sense of who you are
   • Strict 550-word limit
6. One student placement report or artefact
   • Verified/signed by your placement supervisor (name must be legible)
7. Record of latest academic standing, including Science Weighted Average Mark (Sci WAM)

Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, incomplete applications or those exceeding page/word limits will not be considered.

Applications close: 5pm, Thursday 21 November 2025
Interviews: December 2025
Commencement: January 2026

For any inquiries, please contact Senior Dietitian Team Leader Jen Mason on +61 2 8514 0977, Jen.Mason@lh.org.au.

A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone

We are committed to providing a working environment where everyone is valued, respected, and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies, and processes are truly inclusive and that no one is disadvantaged because of their Indigenous identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion.