This is a Allied Health Assistant in Dietetics (Allied Health Assistants Level 1 - 3) role with NSW Health based in Sydney, NSW, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Allied Health Assistant in Dietetics (Allied Health Assistants Level 1 - 3) role at NSW Health Employment Type: Permanent Part Time; 20 hours per week Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants Level 1 - 3 Remuneration: $31.86 - $36.02 per hour Annual leave loading Superannuation Location: Balmain Hospital Requisition ID: REQ629195 In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia! About The Role Balmain Hospital is a community-based healthcare facility that has been caring for local people since 1885. It is dedicated to Aged Care, Rehabilitation and General Practice. Balmain Hospital is committed to providing the highest standards of healthcare to meet individual needs. The Allied Health Assistant in Dietetics supports the clinical Dietitian to implement patient nutrition care plans and provide optimal nutrition care for all patients; this includes nutrition risk screening, referral of ‘at risk’ patients and provision of nutrition interventions including simple nutrition education/advice. Allied Health Assistants in Dietetics act as a liaison between the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, other health professionals and food services. For more information, please view the Position Description Ideal Candidate Equivalent work experience in an allied health or health related setting and/or successful completion of Certificate III or Certificate IV Allied Health Assistant or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer. Computer skills and demonstrated knowledge of CBORD Diet Office program or similar menu computer systems, and their role in patient nutrition care provision. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of therapeutic diets and understanding of food habits and cultural customs. Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and complete activities, including ability to work within scope of practice, as delegated by supervising Allied Health Professional. Benefits and Perks! Accrued Day Off each month for Full Time positions, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading. Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus. Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education. Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families. Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals. The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym. This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015). SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. For more information about SLHD please visit ‘Working With Us’ To further connect with us, check us out on LinkedIn For enquiries, please contact Andrea Alano via email at Andrea.Alano@health.nsw.gov.au Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now! Applications Close: 2 February 2026 For Applicant Support and Information, visit ‘Applicant Information’ Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ⚕️ Supporting clinical dietitian Conducting nutrition risk screenings Providing nutrition education Key Strengths Nutrition care planning ️ Communication skills Team collaboration ️ Knowledge of therapeutic diets Computer skills ⏰ Time management A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.
