263657 - (PP) Dietitian

NHS Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Hospital for Children & Young People in Edinburgh is recruiting a Band 5 Dietitian to join the paediatric team on a 1.0 WTE temporary basis (12 months).

You will work across inpatient and outpatient settings, contribute to student training, and support the wider department. The post emphasizes professional development, CPD, clinical governance and peer support within a friendly team of 40 dietitians and support staff.

Job description

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The Royal Hospital for Children & Young People, EdinburghBand 5 Dietitian – Paediatrics (RHCYP/CAMHS)1.0WTE – Temporary (12 months)

The Royal Hospital for Children & Young People, Edinburgh is a tertiary teaching hospital, providing services to Lothian and across Scotland. The dietetic service at RHCYP supports all clinical specialities, including local, regional and national services.

An opportunity has arisen for a band 5 dietitian to join our team. This post will provide a space to develop and consolidate your paediatric dietetic skills, working across a range of clinical areas and specialities.

You would work across the care continuum, including both inpatients and outpatient clinics. You would be expected to participate in student training (A, B & C placements) and provide support to the wider department as required.

We are strongly committed to training and support for CPD and clinical governance, with annual appraisals, peer support and training opportunities. You would be welcomed by a friendly and supportive team of 40 dietitians and support staff.

For any enquiries please contact Michael McLean, Lead Paediatric Dietitian on 0787 2415411 email: [e-mail] or Anne Fyfe, Dietetic Team Lead on email: [e-mail]

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