Band 7 critical care and gastroenterology dietitian
Are you an experienced Dietitian looking to work within a friendly, supportive team in Yeovil?
Would you enjoy working in an acute hospital but with strong links to dietetic teams across Somerset?
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Dietitian to develop the dietetic service provision within critical care, gastroenterology and eating disorders.
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that the service to these clinical areas is equitable and progressive and for the support and supervision of the team members working with them. You will also be responsible for a band 6 dietitian and two apprentices.
Main duties of the job
What are we looking for?
In order to undertake this role, you will need to have current/recent knowledge of enteral tube feeding, experience of covering ITU/HDU and a working knowledge of parenteral nutrition. The role also involves acting in a lead role for patients with gastrointestinal issues along with providing dietetic input to inpatient eating disorders. Advanced communication skills and strong MDT working experience are essential. Training and support will be available however as this is a fixed term position there is a level of expertise required. Ideally we would be looking for someone to start in August or September.
About us
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you’ll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- BSc in nutrition and dietetics or equivalent
Experience
- Evidence of good working knowledge within critical care, gastroenterology and eating disorders.
- Experience of counselling patients on emotive issues regarding care.
- NHS experience
- Specialist knowledge in gastroenterology and critical care
- Evidence of managing others
Additional Criteria
- Evidence of advanced communication skills
- Excellent team working skills
- Evidence of emerging leadership skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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