Specialist Dietitian (Neurosciences) - Adult Acute Dietetic

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

Join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Scotland’s largest health board, and become part of a forward-thinking Dietetic Service committed to delivering outstanding patient care. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Specialist Dietitian (Neurosciences) to support patients across Regional Neurosciences services based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist nutritional care for patients with complex neurological conditions while helping to shape and develop dietetic practice. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your clinical expertise, leadership skills and professional interests within a supportive and innovative environment. You will also play an important role in service improvement, education and the ongoing development of staff and students. The INS is a regional tertiary referral centre providing specialist services in Neurology, Neurosurgery and Neurorehabilitation. The post holder will provide nutritional care across a diverse inpatient caseload, including neurology, neuro-rehabilitation beds, neurosurgery ICU and HDU.

You need to have a HCPC registration in order to be considered for this post.

Informal enquiries are warmly welcomed. We encourage prospective applicants to contact us for an informal discussion to learn more about the role before applying.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

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Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Five out of seven days a week
• Permanent, full-time
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist dietetic assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients with complex neurological conditions
• Develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based nutritional care plans to support positive patient outcomes
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across Neurosciences, Major Trauma and Spinal services
• Support the safe transfer and discharge of patients requiring ongoing nutritional support
• Contribute to service improvement, audit, quality improvement and clinical effectiveness programmes
• Supervise, support and develop Band 5 Dietitians, Dietetic Support Workers and student dietitians
• Participate in specialist teaching, training and educational programmes for healthcare staff and learners
  
  

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
• Registered Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Advanced Diploma in Dietetic Practice or equivalent postgraduate education at Master's level
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to specialist dietetic practice
• Post-qualification experience including work within a specialist clinical setting and multidisciplinary team environment
• Experience of clinical supervision, quality improvement, audit and service development activities
• Strong communication, counselling, leadership and Microsoft 365 skills with the ability to manage a complex caseload effectively
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Interim Clinical Team Lead Dietitian Rehabilitation, Lisa Hyslop, Lisa.hyslop@nhs.scot , 0141 201 3598

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

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