Specialist Gastroenterology Dietitian

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an award-winning Acute Dietetic team as a Band 6 gastroenterology dietitian. As part of Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, you will deliver expert dietetic care to gastroenterology patients at Queen Alexandra Hospital, supported by ongoing training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• HCPC Registered Dietitian, Degree/Diploma in Dietetics required.
• Experience in a clinical dietetic setting, especially with acute dietetics.
• Evidence of professional development or commitment to postgraduate study.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a specialist dietetic service, including enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Provide outpatient services to patients requiring nutritional support.
• Act as a clinical expert with specialised knowledge in patient and carer care.

Skills

Strong clinical reasoning skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to promote nutrition's role

Autonomous working ability

Presentation skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in Dietetics

HCPC Registered Dietitian

Postgraduate education, training, or nutrition support qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Portsmouth Dietitians are recruiting a Band 6 gastroenterology dietitian to join our award-winning Acute Dietetic team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic dietitian with a passion for supporting nutrition support in gastroenterology to provide expert dietetic care to gastroenterology and hepatology patients at Queen Alexandra Hospital.

The role is ideally suited for an experienced band 5 dietitian or a junior band 6 dietitian seeking to increase their clinical experience. Knowledge of parental nutrition would be beneficial, but full support will be provided to complete clinical competencies. Study days and courses are incorporated into the role to ensure ongoing clinical development and networking.

Our team strives for clinical excellence and development; research, service evaluations, and projects are highly encouraged. We support the development of analytical and research skills, and many of our dietitians have presented at conferences worldwide. Teaching opportunities and engagement with staff and the wider public are embraced.

Our department is involved in training student dietitians, with supervision of students from the University of Surrey and the University of Winchester included in this role. You will be encouraged to participate in leadership training and support junior team members when appropriate.

You will be based at the Queen Alexandra Hospital site as part of the Acute Dietetic team. We pride ourselves on our supportive and friendly environment. Part-time and flexible working requests are welcomed and accommodated where possible.

If interested, please contact Sarah Williams at 02392 286000 ext 3223 for further discussion.

Job Summary

1. Deliver a specialist dietetic service, including enteral and parenteral nutrition, to inpatients under Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, working autonomously in nutritional care.
2. Provide outpatient services to patients and their carers requiring nutritional support within dietetic-led and multidisciplinary clinics.
3. Represent dietetics within the multidisciplinary team, promoting the role of nutrition in patient care.
4. Support junior and community dietitians as a resource.
5. Assist in developing acute dietetic team resources, skills, and knowledge, ensuring continuity of care across services.
6. Act as a clinical expert with specialised knowledge in patient and carer care.

For additional information, see the attached job description.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Dietetics
• HCPC Registered Dietitian
• Evidence of professional development or commitment to postgraduate study

Desirable

• Postgraduate education, training, or nutrition support qualification
• Member of the British Dietetic Association and relevant groups

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a clinical dietetic setting
• Experience in acute hospital dietetics, including enteral nutrition support
• Recent service improvement work
• Teamworking experience within acute dietetics

Desirable

• Experience in surgery, gastroenterology, oncology, complex nutrition support
• Teaching and supervision experience
• Experience in service evaluation, audit, or research

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Strong clinical reasoning skills
• Ability to promote nutrition's role
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and role development
• Presentation skills and confidence in multidisciplinary teams
• Autonomous working ability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Participation in supervision and team governance

Desirable

• Interest in nutrition support, member of relevant BDA group

Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to work across various settings and hours

Desirable

• Driver's license and flexibility for evening/weekend sessions