FTC: Highly Specialist Dietitian for Critical Care & Nutrition Team

North Middlesex University Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

North Middlesex University Hospital is seeking a Highly Specialist Dietitian for their Critical Care & Nutrition Team in London. This fixed-term position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team while providing specialized nutrition care and support for patients in critical condition. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in dietetics, relevant qualifications, and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits

Commitment to continuous professional development

Training and supervision opportunities

Medical student placements

Qualifications

• Qualified State Registered Dietitian with HPC.
• Postgraduate diploma in advanced dietetic practice highly regarded.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to critical care and develop policies.
• Lead on critical care education resources and supervise training.
• Participate in research and audits.

Skills

Specialized treatment

Communication

Problem solving

Teaching

Liaising effectively

Education

BSc in Dietetics or equivalent

State Registered Dietitian with HPC

BDA member, including specialist critical care group

Non-medical prescribing qualification registered with HCPC

Postgraduate diploma in advanced dietetic practice or equivalent

Job description

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FTC: Highly Specialist Dietitian for Critical Care & Nutrition Team, London

Client:

North Middlesex University Hospital

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

5b16c9101612

Job Views:

3

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 6/Band 7 Dietitian. This is a fixed-term contract for one year, offering a chance to upskill and take on new challenges. The role involves working with the North Middlesex University Hospital's Dietetic Department, part of the Therapies group. The post includes covering the critical care unit complex and leading the dietetic surgical team, in partnership with the current Band 7 dietitian for critical care. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to provide excellent service is essential.

Main duties of the job

Provide services to critical care, including the Trust Nutrition team. Develop and update policies and procedures, participate in research and audits, and contribute to education programs. Lead on critical care education resources, participate in seven-day service, and supervise student training. Act as joint clinical team lead for critical care and supervise the critical care and parenteral nutrition team.

Working for our organisation

North Mid is part of the North Central London integrated care system, working closely with NHS and local authority partners. The organisation values staff training, offers medical student placements, and is committed to continuous professional development.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Effective communication, multidisciplinary teamwork, research involvement, teaching, and training are key. The department offers robust CPD, supervision, and tailored training to support your role.

Further information in the job description attached.

Please note: This vacancy is advertised in accordance with the NHS pay rate effective from autumn 2024. If employment begins before the new scales, pay will be under the 23/24 scales with backpay adjustments. Details are available at the provided link.

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• BSc in Dietetics or equivalent
• State Registered Dietitian with HPC
• BDA member, including specialist critical care group
• Non-medical prescribing qualification registered with HCPC
• Postgraduate diploma in advanced dietetic practice or equivalent

Knowledge

• Up-to-date clinical knowledge in critical care, ventilation, dialysis
• Knowledge of government strategies, NICE guidelines, medications, and voluntary organizations

Experience

• Audit, research, training students, working with diverse groups

Skills

• Provide highly specialised treatment, supervise staff, communicate complex information, problem solve, teach, and liaise effectively

Other attributes

• Commitment to CPD, understanding of equal opportunities

Note: The employer reserves the right to expire the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received.

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