Specialist Gastroenterology Dietitian B6

Job overview

We have a full time career-developing opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated dietitian to join our dietetic gastroenterology team. You will be a part of an award winning, proactive dietetic department at The Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust in Guildford

We are looking for somebody with experience in gastroenterology and an interest in eating disorders. The caseload will be very varied and will work alongside the gastroenterology consultants. We are looking for someone who is proactive and has the initiative to develop and / or improve the efficiency of a service.  You will be involved in delivering education sessions to healthcare professionals and patients.

You will join a forward thinking dietetic team which undertakes the training of dietetic students, and also focuses on research and audit in its areas of activity to promote clinical effectiveness in patient care. This is an excellent opportunity in a supportive environment where you will be encouraged to develop both personally and professionally, with the chance to shadow and learn from the other specialist dietetic teams.

If you are an HCPC registered dietitian with experience and a strong interest in gastroenterology, looking for an opportunity to develop your skills within a friendly and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for the nutrition and dietetic management of patients who have gastrointestinal conditions including functional bowel disorders (for example irritable bowel syndrome), inflammatory bowel disease and liver disease. This will include both oral and enteral nutrition support.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification

The post holder will be an integral part of the Gastro dietetic team, sharing responsibility for the smooth running of the dietetic gastroenterology service in line with Trust performance targets. They will provide specialist dietetic support to individuals in the inpatient and outpatient setting. The post holder will have an active role in teaching other professionals, including students and patients, and responsibility for supervising junior staff.  A considerate, patient focused service will be provided in all dealings with patients and with staff around the hospital.

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