Bank Dietitian - Band 6

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility in shift selection

Paid training and induction

Competitive hourly pay with enhancements

Job summary

The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Dietitian to join their Bank. This position requires a passion for food and nutrition combined with the ability to work across various settings, including inpatients and outpatients.

Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, experience working autonomously, and strong communication skills with a range of healthcare professionals. Flexible shift options are available, making this an attractive opportunity for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience in a demanding healthcare environment.
• Confidence to communicate with healthcare professionals, community colleagues and family members.
• Experience of working with the 'MUST' screening tool.

Responsibilities

• Working across inpatients, outpatients and domiciliary settings.
• Reviewing patients from multiple specialties.
• Collaborating with Speech and Language, Occupational and Physiotherapy colleagues.

Skills

Ability to work autonomously

Effective communication

Varied experience in inpatient and outpatient settings

Education

Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent

Evidence of further postgraduate study

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Dietitian with a passion for food and nutrition to join our Bank at the Royal United Hospital Bath NHS Trust.

The role includes working across inpatients, outpatients and domiciliary settings and reviewing patients from multiple specialties. You will collaborate with Speech and Language, Occupational and Physiotherapy colleagues in the hospital, as well as community teams to benefit our patients.

The candidate should have experience, the ability to work autonomously in a demanding environment, and confidence to communicate effectively with a wide spectrum of healthcare professionals, community colleagues and family members.

Why Choose Staffing Solutions?

• Flexibility: Choose the shifts and locations that suit your lifestyle once completed 288 hours of day shifts.
• Induction and training: Paid Trust induction, mandatory training and orientation shifts. Uniform provided.
• Great Pay: Competitive hourly rates, including enhancements for nights, weekends, and bank holidays.

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent, acceptable for registration with Health Care Professions Council e.g., BSc Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Evidence of further postgraduate study and continuous professional development.

Desirable criteria

• Clinical supervisory skills.
• Member of British Dietetic Association.

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Varied experience in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Experience of working with ‘MUST’ or similar screening tool.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of artificial nutrition support.

Applicant Requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right‑to‑work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying.

Linked Documents:

• bank dietian (PDF, 400.4KB)
• Join the RUH (PDF, 1.3MB)