Band 7 Critical Care and Gastroenterology Dietitian

Job summary
Are you an experienced Dietitian looking to work within a friendly, supportive team in Yeovil? Would you enjoy working in an acute hospital but with strong links to dietetic teams across Somerset? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Dietitian to develop the dietetic service provision within critical care, gastroenterology and eating disorders. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that the service to these clinical areas is equitable and progressive and for the support and supervision of the team members working with them. You will also be responsible for a band 6 dietitian and two apprentices.

Main duties of the job
What are we looking for? In order to undertake this role, you will need to have current/recent knowledge of enteral tube feeding, experience of covering ITU/HDU and a working knowledge of parenteral nutrition. The role also involves acting in a lead role for patients with gastrointestinal issues along with providing dietetic input to inpatient eating disorders. Advanced communication skills and strong MDT working experience are essential. Training and support will be available however as this is a fixed term position there is a level of expertise required. Ideally we would be looking for someone to start in August or September.

About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust , we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card , unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce , and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty , and breathtaking coastlines , with vibrant cities like Bristol , Bath , and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London . The region is home to excellent educational facilities , and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Person Specification

Qualifications
Essential

• HCPC registered dietitian
• BSc in nutrition and dietetics or equivalent

Experience
Essential

• Evidence of good working knowledge within critical care, gastroenterology and eating disorders.
• Broad dietetic knowledge
• Experience of counselling patients on emotive issues regarding care.
• NHS experience

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge in gastroenterology and critical care
• Evidence of managing others

Additional Criteria
Essential

• Evidence of advanced communication skills
• Excellent team working skills
• Evidence of emerging leadership skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.