Dietitian GR 2 - Integrative Oncology

Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• 2-year fixed term position, potential for ongoing permanent role
• Part time (48 hours per fortnight)
• Dietitians Grade 2, Year 1-4 (AJ1-AJ4)
• Located at The Alfred, Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre
• Great staff benefits! Great staff benefits!

The Department 

The Alfred Cancer Program is responsible for the overall delivery of a comprehensive cancer service which involves a number of clinical areas and units including Medical Oncology, Clinical Haematology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Apheresis, State-wide Haemophilia Service, Radiation Oncology, Palliative Care and the Victorian Melanoma Service. Alfred Health delivers a comprehensive suite of services which involves a range of diagnostic services, surgical, radiation and oncology therapies. This now includes the Integrative Oncology Unit and Wellness Centre, established in 2024 to provide evidence-based supportive care for cancer patients.

Shape the Future of Integrative Oncology and supportive cancer care.

An exceptional opportunity exists for an experienced Dietitian to join the Integrative Oncology Unit within the Alfred Cancer Program. This is your chance to be part of an innovative and rapidly evolving service that is redefining how supportive cancer care is delivered holistically to outpatients living with and beyond cancer.

Now in its second year of operation, the Integrative Oncology Unit is located within the Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre (PFMCC) - a purpose-built, multidisciplinary centre designed to provide world-class, patient-centred care. The outpatient unit delivers evidence-based therapies that sit alongside traditional oncology treatments, empowering patients and families to optimise health, wellbeing, and quality of life throughout their cancer journey.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to the continued growth and development of this exciting new service.

The Role

As a Grade 2 Dietitian in the new Integrative Oncology Unit, you'll play a pivotal role in optimising the health and wellbeing of oncology patients through specialised nutritional care and education. You will conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments, tailor individualised dietary plans and provide ongoing counselling support to patients during and beyond treatment, in line with their health and wellbeing goals. Collaborating closely with the integrative oncology team and broader cancer healthcare teams, you'll integrate evidence-based nutrition strategies to mitigate treatment side effects, enhance recovery, and improve overall quality of life. Your role will also involve delivering and evaluating practical group based educational initiatives for patients and families. You will also contribute to supportive care research, multidisciplinary program development, and quality improvement efforts within the unit. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact, combining clinical expertise with compassionate care in a dynamic and supportive healthcare environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and provide individualised counselling for oncology/haematology patients
• Develop and monitor integrative nutrition plans that complement conventional oncology treatments, incorporating evidence-based dietary strategies to support overall health and treatment outcomes
• Deliver and evaluate group education programs for patients and families on nutrition during and beyond treatment
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, holistic cancer care
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to quality improvement and research activities within the unit.

About You

You are a Grade 2 Dietitian with at least three years’ clinical experience, ideally in oncology or with a strong interest in developing expertise in integrative oncology. You are skilled in delivering evidence-based, personalised nutrition care and confident providing both individual interventions and group education.

You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and are passionate about holistic supportive cancer care and health promotion. Organised, innovative and compassionate, you are committed to quality improvement, research and ongoing professional development. You work effectively both independently and as part of a team and are motivated to contribute to new models of integrative oncology care.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Possess qualifications providing eligibility for full membership of Dietitians Australia
• Current Accredited Practicing Dietitian status
• Minimum of three years clinical experience
• Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver holistic, person-centred care
• Demonstrated experience delivering individual and group programs
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and engage sensitively with patients and families
• Demonstrated organisational, time management, planning and priority setting skills
• Well-developed information technology skills

Staff Benefits

• A supportive and dynamic work environment within a leading public hospital
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
• The chance to make a real difference in patients' lives
• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!! *subject to availability
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to our Integrative Oncology Unit and Wellness Centre, we’d love to hear from you!

Valid working rights are required.

Please apply online with your CV and a cover letter.

If applicable, please specify specific requirements in your cover letter or CV.

For enquiries regarding this role, please contact Nicole Jackson, Manager Integrative Oncology and Wellness Centre - [email protected]

Applications close 11pm AEDT, Tuesday 10th March 2026.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.