The postholder will work as a senior specialist member of the Nutrition and Dietetic Service across Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust based at the Wonford Hospital (Eastern). They will be required to deliver a high quality, evidence-based nutrition and dietetic service to paediatric and adult patients within the Trust service for Cystic Fibrosis (CF).
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the Cystic Fibrosis in the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust as a Band 6 dietitian. We are looking for a motivated and active team player with excellent communication skills. You will work alongside a band 7 dietitian as a core and valued member of the cystic fibrosis multidisciplinary team. The team looks after both paediatric and adult patients; and consists of consultants, paediatricians, clinical nurse specialists, physiotherapists, dietitians, psychologists and pharmacists. We work closely with a wide range of health and non-health professionals in both hospital and the community.
The post holder will be a clinician demonstrating a keen interest in cystic fibrosis and support will be provided by the team to enhance your management of this highly specialist clinical caseload of patients in both an inpatient and outpatient setting. The post holder will also be a key member of the nutrition and dietetic team and contribute to the wider development of the dietetic service. They will act as an advocate for patients on their nutritional management through attendance of multi-disciplinary team meetings, case conferences, audits, educational meetings, specialist group meetings and quality and safety meetings.
The department is committed to the training of pre-registration Student Dietitians and the post holder will also be required to take part in student training.
This is a fixed term contract until June 2026. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
Inclusivity Statement
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
* Salary Band 6: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata
* Frequency Annual
* Vacancy Reference 185-63302-10243
* Contract Type Fixed Term
* Closing Date 16 April, 2025
* Job Category Allied Health Professional
* Staff Group Allied Health Professionals
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