Dietetic Assistant

Job overview

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to come and join our Dietetic Workforce, based at Royal Derby hospital.

Key requirements of the role are a keen interest in food and nutrition, good communication skills, good organisational skills, the ability to work as part of a team, and experience of working within a similar setting with the general public.

Main duties of the job

Specific tasks will include gathering of relevant patient information, contributing to the dietetic care of  inpatients and supporting the dietitians in tasks.  This role will be focused in the specialist area of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.

On a day to day basis you will liaise with catering services, nursing staff and other health care professionals as well as members of the department. You will assist in audit and service development.

You will be supported in all activities by the Dietitians and other Dietetic Assistants.

Closing date of applications: 21 July 2025

Interview date: 04 August 2025

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).