Medicines Optimisation Dietitian: Nutrition Prescribing

The Methodist Church in Britain

Carshalton

On-site

GBP 38,000 - 52,000

Full time

3 days ago

Be an early applicant

Get a reply from this employer

Your resume and cover letter, tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS)

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Sutton Health and Care Adult Dietetic Service at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Medicines Optimisation Dietitian to lead improvements in oral nutritional supplement prescribing for adults in Sutton. The role involves supervising dietetic placements and working across GP practices, primary care networks and care providers.

We require a relevant degree in nutrition and dietetics with HCPC registration.

Qualifications

Degree or postgraduate diploma in nutrition and dietetics.
HCPC registration required.
Experience across varied clinical areas including nutrition support.

Responsibilities

Lead initiatives to improve quality, safety and cost-effectiveness of nutritional prescribing.
Review patients prescribed nutritional products and provide evidence-based recommendations.
Collaborate with GP practices, care homes, pharmacists and other professionals to optimise prescribing.
Deliver training on malnutrition and nutritional prescribing to staff.
Act as expert source of advice on nutrition support and medicines optimisation.
Analyse prescribing activity, audits and report on outcomes and cost savings.
Develop and implement local guidelines, policies, and patient information.