Dietitian

Dietitian

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital Southampton

Compensation: £40,000 - £50,400 / year


Description
Priory Hospital Southampton are looking for a passionate and motivated Dietitian to join our specialist Eating Disorders (ED) inpatient ward, with an exciting opportunity to be involved in the development of a new Eating Disorders Day Service programme.

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week.


What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients

• Manage a 13-patient caseload within a specialist ED setting
• Work as part of a robust, supportive multidisciplinary team (MDT)
• Provide clinical supervision and line management to a Dietetic Assistant for 2 days per week
• An exciting opportunity to shape and contribute to a new ED Day Service
• Hybrid working may be considered for the right, experienced candidate (otherwise, the role is primarily face-to-face)

You can find additional information in the attached job description.


What you'll bring to the role
You will be an HCPC-registered Dietitian, ideally with experience in eating disorders, although applicants with a strong mental health background are also encouraged to apply. You will be confident working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and motivated to contribute to ongoing service development.

Knowledge around nutritional rehabilitation and the management of refeeding risk in eating disorders.


What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Relocation package available
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.