Bariatric Dietitian Specialist | Part-Time NHS Role

NHS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

UHDB is recruiting a Main Area Bariatric Dietitian (Band 6) on a part-time basis (22.5 hours/week) based at Royal Derby Hospital. This permanent post includes a fixed-term element of 3 years.

The role focuses on weight management within EMBMI, delivering dietary care from assessment to two years post-op and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Applicants should have NHS weight-management experience, HCPC registration and a Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human nutrition and Dietetics required.
• HCPC registration required.
• BDA member desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess and support patients pre- and post-operatively.
• Provide dietetic advice across outpatient clinics.
• Advise other health professionals on nutritional implications of bariatric surgery.
• Deliver education sessions and enhanced recovery activities.
• Participate in MDT meetings and monitor post-op nutrition.

Skills

Advanced communication

Motivational interviewing

Education

Degree in Human nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

UHDB is recruiting a Main Area Bariatric Dietitian (Band 6) on a part-time basis (22.5 hours/week) based at Royal Derby Hospital. This permanent post includes a fixed-term element of 3 years.

The role focuses on weight management within EMBMI, delivering dietary care from assessment to two years post-op and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Applicants should have NHS weight-management experience, HCPC registration and a Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics.