Senior Dietitian - Liver and HPB

Kings College Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in London is seeking a Band 6 Dietitian to join their newly formed dietetic team. This permanent role involves delivering specialist care to liver and HPB patients, with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. The position offers diverse clinical responsibilities, including working with patients in critical care and outpatient settings. The Trust promotes a healthy work/life balance and supports flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience on an acute ward.
• Knowledge of dietetics in liver and HPB diseases.
• Experience with complex enteral feeding.

Responsibilities

• Work with patients preparing for liver transplantation.
• Manage liver and HPB cancer diagnoses.
• Support nutrition during pancreatitis or hepatitis.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Caseload prioritisation

Teamwork and contribution

Education

HCPC registration

Membership of relevant professional groups

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Employer: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Denmark Hill, London
Salary: £44,806 - £53,134 pa, inc HCAS
Salary period: Yearly
Closing date: 22/05/2025 23:59
Interview date: 30/05/2025

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest teaching Trusts, with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts annually, and over 15,000 staff across five sites in South East London. The Trust provides comprehensive hospital and specialist services, including at Denmark Hill and Princess Royal University Hospital.

We promote a healthy work/life balance and support flexible working arrangements from the start of employment, tailored to individual circumstances and service needs.

This is a permanent Band 6 position within the newly formed dietetic team. The post-holder will collaborate with two Band 7 dietitians and a Band 8a clinical lead to deliver specialist care to liver and HPB patients both inpatient and outpatient. The role offers diverse clinical opportunities, fostering professional growth and service development in partnership with the MDT.

Main duties

The post involves working with patients preparing for liver transplantation, managing liver and HPB cancer diagnoses, supporting nutrition during pancreatitis or hepatitis, and post-surgical rehabilitation. There is also an opportunity to spend one day per week in critical care.

About our organisation

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a leading teaching hospital with a vision to be BOLD, supporting outstanding care, research, and education, with a focus on diversity, equality, and inclusion. We aim to be person-centred, digitally-enabled, and sustainable, committed to delivering Green Plan initiatives aligned with national NHS sustainability goals, including net zero carbon targets by 2040 and 2045.

Responsibilities and duties

The post involves contributing to three specialist wards and clinics in HPB, hepatology, HCC, and liver transplantation. Further details are available in the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

• HCPC registration
• Membership of relevant professional groups (e.g., BDA oncology, gastroenterology, PENG)

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience on an acute ward
• Experience with complex enteral feeding
• Experience in outpatient clinics
• Knowledge of dietetics in liver and HPB diseases
• Understanding anthropometric measurements
• Knowledge of NHS dietetics practices
• Experience with pancreatic enzyme therapy (PERT)
• Critical care nutritional support experience
• Involvement in audit, research, or development

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication skills
• Caseload prioritisation
• Teamwork and contribution
• Proficiency with electronic patient records (e.g., EPIC)

Personal Attributes

• Adaptability to unpredictable work patterns
• Self-reflection and performance appraisal
• Empathy towards distressed patients and families
• Effective stakeholder communication
• Commitment to team development
• Compassion, respect, inclusivity, honesty

Important notes

• Regular email check-ins required
• Ensure access to communications by not deleting job alerts
• Contact details provided for application inquiries
• Refer to the Trust’s criminal records policy
• All staff responsible for safeguarding
• Early application recommended due to possible early closing

Additional resources: Trust Annual Reports, King's Health Partners website, and Green Plan details.

Employer certification

UK professional registration required. The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

Contact: Daisy Bolton, Clinical Lead Dietitian - Oncology, Liver and HPB
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]