Senior Dietitian - Adult Eating Disorders Specialist

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Truro; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Truro is seeking a Clinical Specialist Dietitian for its Adult Eating Disorder Service. The role involves providing nutritional support to adults facing complex eating disorders. Successful candidates will demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge and communication skills while working within a multi-professional team. This position requires travel across the county, and candidates must currently work for specific NHS organizations in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. Join us for an exciting opportunity to shape our expanding service.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or equivalent leading to Health Professions Council (HPC).
• Registration as a Dietitian.
• Experience working with mental illness and eating disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and nutritional support for adults with eating disorders.
• Contribute to service development and audit within the dietetic pathway.
• Work closely with multi-professional teams and families for effective care.

Skills

Ability to manage distressing and highly emotive situations

Advanced clinical knowledge

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

Registration as a Dietitian

Teaching qualification or experience

Post registration dietetic experience

Advanced certificate in counselling skills

Membership of the British Dietetic Association

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Truro is seeking a Clinical Specialist Dietitian for its Adult Eating Disorder Service. The role involves providing nutritional support to adults facing complex eating disorders. Successful candidates will demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge and communication skills while working within a multi-professional team. This position requires travel across the county, and candidates must currently work for specific NHS organizations in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. Join us for an exciting opportunity to shape our expanding service.