Osteoarthritis Chronic Care Dietitian BMDH

Help transform lives through evidence-based osteoarthritis care

Join a supportive multidisciplinary chronic care team

Opportunities across Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals

Support patients to improve mobility, manage weight and build healthier lifestyles through specialised osteoarthritis nutrition care.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Dietitian Level 1/2

Remuneration: $38.51 - $54.94 per hour

Hours Per Week: 32

Location: Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals

Where you'll be working

Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred healthcare to one of Australia's most culturally diverse communities. As part of the Osteoarthritis Chronic Care Program (OACCP), you will work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team focused on helping patients manage osteoarthritis of the hip and knee through evidence-based interventions that improve health outcomes and quality of life.

Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you'll have the opportunity to expand your clinical expertise while making a meaningful impact on patients living with chronic musculoskeletal conditions.

• Join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team dedicated to chronic disease management
• Work across Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals within a growing specialist program
• Collaborate with clinicians across Western Sydney Local Health District
• Access professional development, clinical supervision and ongoing learning opportunities
• Contribute to innovative patient education and quality improvement initiatives

What You'll Be Doing

As the Osteoarthritis Chronic Care Dietitian, you will provide specialised nutrition assessment, counselling and education to patients with osteoarthritis of the hip and/or knee. You will play a key role in supporting patients to achieve sustainable lifestyle changes that improve symptoms, mobility and overall wellbeing.

• Deliver comprehensive nutritional assessment, dietary counselling and education to patients and carers
• Develop individualised nutrition care plans using evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams through case conferences, meetings and coordinated care planning
• Contribute to the development of patient resources, education programs and health promotion initiatives
• Participate in quality improvement, clinical supervision and professional development activities to support service excellence

How To Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria

• Qualification: Tertiary qualifications relevant for employment as a Clinical Dietitian

Selection Criteria

• Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership to Dietitians Australia
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and clinical experience in Nutrition and Dietetic practice in a clinical setting, preferably for patients with osteoarthritis and related conditions
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills. Must have presentation skills and can engage with patients and carers with kindness and compassion
• Demonstrated high level of organisational and time management skills along with self-initiative
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice and involvement in quality improvement activities
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to analyse problems, set priorities and apply a range of options to develop solutions

Requisition ID: REQ669939

Applications Close: 12th July 2026

Need more information ?

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• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Caroline Cusack on ***email_hidden***.

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

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Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.