Neonatal Dietitian Team Lead — NICU Nutrition Expert

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Lead Dietitian to manage a caseload of Neonatal patients in their Level 3 Surgical NICU. The role involves expert nutritional assessment, developing complex patient plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must possess strong clinical knowledge, empathy, and excellent communication skills. This position offers flexible working hours and various employee benefits including additional support for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Multi Faith prayer room

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Wagestream - access to pay as earned

Free Park & Ride service

Free confidential counselling support

On-site Nursery

Staff discounts at on-site cafes

Support in career development

Flexible staff bank

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Must have strong clinical knowledge and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential.
• Empathy and commitment to ongoing learning required.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload of Neonatal patients providing expert nutritional assessment.
• Develop and review complex patient plans.
• Attend regional meetings and contribute to service development.

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge

Empathy

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Commitment to ongoing learning

Job description

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Lead Dietitian to manage a caseload of Neonatal patients in their Level 3 Surgical NICU. The role involves expert nutritional assessment, developing complex patient plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must possess strong clinical knowledge, empathy, and excellent communication skills. This position offers flexible working hours and various employee benefits including additional support for career development.