Job requirements
Essential
9 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Education
Honours Degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics approved by the BDA/Health Professions Council.
- Education
Health Professions Council registered Dietitian.
- Education
Evidence of relevant post graduate specialist clinical education at post graduate level or equivalent and /or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge
Advanced clinical knowledge relevant to the care environment and evidence of evidence based practice in relevant health setting.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of relevant national policies and guidance including MEED and NICE and relevant assessment tools.
- Experience
Thorough and sound knowledge of the development and maintenance of Eating Disorders and its physiological, psychological and medical aspects.
- Experience
Skills/experience in the use of complex methods of assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
- Experience
Assessment and treatment of adults an/or children with non-complex conditions.
- Experience
Experience of collaborative working across / between professions /agencies to achieve agreed outcomes for individuals in delivery of treatment outcomes.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a friendly, enthusiastic, confident Dietitian to become part of the Community Dietetic Team delivering community healthcare within the Fylde Coast All Age Eating Disorder Service. The permanent post will be based at Moor Park Health and Leisure Centre in Blackpool but flexibility may be required to work and travel around the area.
Main duties of the job
Your role will involve the assessment and implementation of care plans for patients in their own home, care homes and community locations including community hospitals. Assist in the training of health care professionals and carers and maintenance of IT systems that support patient care. Offering expert knowledge to a Multi Disciplinary Team.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We offer a mentoring and clinical supervision programme with an experienced clinician for those new to community work.
The department has excellent IT facilities with good clerical support across the Fylde locality. The Fylde Coast and our surrounding areas have good motorway and train links to Lancashire including the city of Preston.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Specialist Dietitian with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust in Preston, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Dietitian role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Nov 2026.
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