We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Dietitian to work as part of a team delivering a specialist nutrition support dietetic service to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. You will be working closely with the Acute Dietetic leads and the wider MDT providing a specialist service to inpatients. There will be opportunity for some outpatient work with surgical/gastroenterology patients.
Specialist clinical skills, a highly professional attitude along with excellent communication skills, organizational skills and a caring and compassionate nature are essential for this post.
You would be part of a team of 13 registered Dietitians, 4 Dietetic Assistants and 3 secretarial support staff. The Department is based in the Acute Trust, providing the Dietetic service to this Trust and a clinical outreach service to West Norfolk and the adjacent part of Cambridgeshire.
Gastroenterology/surgery/artificial nutrition support experience is essential. There will be opportunity for training and development following successful recruitment to the post.
Main duties of the job As a member of the dietetics team for adult patients working with the supervision of Band 7 Dietitians to provide a specialist dietetic service to complex medical and surgical inpatients. This will focus on inpatients requiring nutritional support, with reference to those with surgical and gastrointestinal conditions where dietetic intervention is appropriate. There will also be an opportunity to provide outpatient support for patients with surgical/gastrointestinal problems.
To deputise for Band 7 Dietitians as agreed and to support Band 5 or 6 Dietitians and Dietetic Assistants.
Lead on audit, development and writing of clinical policies in own area of work.
To provide clinical supervision and guidance to junior members of staff and student dietitians.
Take an active part in the education and training of all levels of health care professional and medical staff.
To provide expert Dietetic and nutritional advice to health care professionals, patient carers, and voluntary groups within and external to the organisation.
About us There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital to open in 2030 and we are also carrying out one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.
Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.
At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics, and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs, and South Lincs.
We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness, and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.
We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this exciting opportunity.
Person Specification Qualifications/training and professional development Essential
An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or similar non-UK qualification Dietitian registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Desirable
British Dietetic Association (BDA) membership Membership of relevant BDA Specialist Interest Group.
Experience Essential
Able to demonstrate a variety of dietetics experience Experience of managing own caseload including the management of complex cases and able to support others in effectively managing their caseload Experience of supervising and facilitating a supportive role with students on clinical placements and supervision of staff members Experience of developing and delivering training Can give examples of quality initiatives to improve the delivery of patient care and own involvement in specific initiatives
Desirable
Experience of working within the areas of GI surgery, stroke and artificial nutrition support
Skills, abilities, and knowledge Essential
Able to use behaviour change/motivational interviewing/advanced communication skills to support implementation of dietetic treatment plans Excellent communication skills and able to communicate effectively with various groups of people including service users and health care professionals, both as individuals and in a group setting. Able to utilise a range of resources to enhance communication if required, e.g. use of an interpreter, visual aids Able to work autonomously but also demonstrate a good understanding of teamwork and how this can be used to improve patient care Can demonstrate confidence, leadership, and self-motivation Uses analytical and problem-solving skills to apply to own practice
Desirable
Completion of Behaviour Change Course for Dietitians Has evidence of being involved in use of change management skills
Employer details Employer name
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Gayton Road Kings Lynn PE30 4ET
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Specialist clinical skills, a highly professional attitude along with excellent communication skills, organizational skills and a caring and compassionate nature are essential for this post.
You would be part of a team of 13 registered Dietitians, 4 Dietetic Assistants and 3 secretarial support staff. The Department is based in the Acute Trust, providing the Dietetic service to this Trust and a clinical outreach service to West Norfolk and the adjacent part of Cambridgeshire.
Gastroenterology/surgery/artificial nutrition support experience is essential. There will be opportunity for training and development following successful recruitment to the post.
Main duties of the job As a member of the dietetics team for adult patients working with the supervision of Band 7 Dietitians to provide a specialist dietetic service to complex medical and surgical inpatients. This will focus on inpatients requiring nutritional support, with reference to those with surgical and gastrointestinal conditions where dietetic intervention is appropriate. There will also be an opportunity to provide outpatient support for patients with surgical/gastrointestinal problems.
To deputise for Band 7 Dietitians as agreed and to support Band 5 or 6 Dietitians and Dietetic Assistants.
Lead on audit, development and writing of clinical policies in own area of work.
To provide clinical supervision and guidance to junior members of staff and student dietitians.
Take an active part in the education and training of all levels of health care professional and medical staff.
To provide expert Dietetic and nutritional advice to health care professionals, patient carers, and voluntary groups within and external to the organisation.
About us There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital to open in 2030 and we are also carrying out one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.
Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.
At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics, and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs, and South Lincs.
We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness, and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.
We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this exciting opportunity.
Person Specification Qualifications/training and professional development Essential
An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or similar non-UK qualification Dietitian registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Desirable
British Dietetic Association (BDA) membership Membership of relevant BDA Specialist Interest Group.
Experience Essential
Able to demonstrate a variety of dietetics experience Experience of managing own caseload including the management of complex cases and able to support others in effectively managing their caseload Experience of supervising and facilitating a supportive role with students on clinical placements and supervision of staff members Experience of developing and delivering training Can give examples of quality initiatives to improve the delivery of patient care and own involvement in specific initiatives
Desirable
Experience of working within the areas of GI surgery, stroke and artificial nutrition support
Skills, abilities, and knowledge Essential
Able to use behaviour change/motivational interviewing/advanced communication skills to support implementation of dietetic treatment plans Excellent communication skills and able to communicate effectively with various groups of people including service users and health care professionals, both as individuals and in a group setting. Able to utilise a range of resources to enhance communication if required, e.g. use of an interpreter, visual aids Able to work autonomously but also demonstrate a good understanding of teamwork and how this can be used to improve patient care Can demonstrate confidence, leadership, and self-motivation Uses analytical and problem-solving skills to apply to own practice
Desirable
Completion of Behaviour Change Course for Dietitians Has evidence of being involved in use of change management skills
Employer details Employer name
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Gayton Road Kings Lynn PE30 4ET
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