Band 6 or 7 – Locum Dietitian – Ashton-under-Lyne

Pulsejobs.com; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment specialist seeks a dedicated Locum Dietitian in Ashton-under-Lyne. This role involves providing high-quality nutritional care, managing enteral and parenteral nutrition, and collaborating with medical staff. Ideal candidates will have experience in clinical settings, strong communication skills, and a relevant degree. Join a supportive environment dedicated to your professional growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in clinical dietetics.
• Proficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs and develop care plans.
• Work with medical staff to provide nutritional support.
• Educate patients and families on dietary management.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Dietetics or related field

HCPC registration

Job description

Job Title: Locum Dietitian

Banding: 6/7

Location: Ashton-under-Lyne

Start: ASAP

Duration: Full time

Rate: £25–£34

Working hours: Monday-Friday

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Locum Dietitian to join our team in Ashton-under-Lyne. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, providing high-quality nutritional care. The successful candidate will be responsible for covering wards such as the Surgical Unit and general medicine, and will be proficient in both enteral and parenteral nutrition.

What will your responsibilities be:

As a Locum Dietitian, you will be responsible for assessing the nutritional needs of patients, developing and implementing individualized care plans, and monitoring patient progress. You will work closely with medical and nursing staff to provide comprehensive nutritional support, particularly in the Surgical Unit and general medicine wards. You will be proficient in managing enteral and parenteral nutrition, ensuring that patients receive the appropriate nutritional interventions. Furthermore, you will educate patients and their families on dietary management, participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, and contribute to the development of departmental policies and procedures. You will also be involved in quality assurance activities and stay updated with the latest advancements in dietetics and nutrition.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Dietetics or related field
• HCPC registration
• Extensive experience in clinical dietetics
• Proficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy in patient assessments and care plans
• Experience in covering surgical and general medicine wards
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with advancements in the field

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.