Gastroenterology Dietitian

Overview We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic dietitian to join our large department within the inpatient ward team. The successful candidate will provide dietetic cover to the gastroenterology ward involving oral nutritional support and enteral feeding across a variety of conditions. This post will also include gastroenterology outpatient work, approximately 2 clinics per week with support to IBD patients and general gastroenterology. There is an expectation that the post holder will be involved in training student dietitians from both Plymouth and Birmingham City Universities, on completion of the clinical supervisory skills course. We offer a variety of in‑house CPD opportunities, clinical supervision and preceptorships for newly qualified staff. Job specifics and how to apply If you would like to know more, please contact our department on 0117 4145428 to speak with Kaylee Sayer or Lynsey Francey, or email Kaylee.sayer@nbt.nhs.uk or lynsey.francey@nbt.nhs.uk. Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, so please apply promptly. Main duties of the job Provide dietetic cover to the gastroenterology ward involving oral nutritional support and enteral feeding. This patient group includes IBD, haematology patients and eating disorders. The post holder may also be called to support eating disorder patients who may be based on other acute wards. Gastroenterology outpatient work, approximately 2 clinics per week with support to IBD patients and general gastroenterology. Deliver group education sessions and training on nutrition-related topics to a range of health professionals and patients. Assist the department with training student dietitians. Contribute to the implementation of the Trust Nutrition and Hydration strategy. Working for our organisation North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialties. Our vision is to enable our teams to be the best they can be to provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. We value all people as individuals and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities To provide and develop an effective and evidence-based dietetic service to medical gastroenterology and support eating disorder patients. To take two regular clinics per week supporting patients with gastro‑intestinal diagnoses. This Includes Providing expert advice to patients, carers and clinicians (within NBT and areas served by the specialist units) about the most effective nutritional treatment. Ensuring special diets and artificial nutrition meet or exceed nutrient requirements despite significant dietary or medical restrictions. Liaising with members of the health care team in hospital and in the community to support patients in implementing the appropriate nutritional prescription/management. Person specification Essential criteria Band 5 experience in NHS Experience with Nutrition Support in NHS Interest in gastroenterology as a specialist area Desirable criteria Dietetic experience of in- and outpatient work If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance. If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151. North Bristol NHS Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments. We are committed to equality of opportunity and to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above, including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr