230601 Specialist Dietitian - GI (AP)

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Vacancy Details

Base: The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

Post: Specialist Dietitian - GI

Salary Band: 6

Employment type: Fixed-term

Job Type: Allied Health Professions

Hours of work: 37

Department: Dietetics

Employer (NHS Board): NHS Lothian

Position Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Dietitian to join the Royal Infirmary Dietetic Team. This temporary post will work within the acute in-patient dietetic team, with a particular clinical focus in supporting the GI ward.

Responsibilities

• Participate in student training (B & C placements) and provide support to other clinical specialties as required.
• Support CPD and clinical governance, including a supervision framework, annual appraisals, peer support and training opportunities to further develop clinical skills.

Candidate Profile

We would welcome applications from experienced dietitians with an interest and/or experience of working in major trauma who are committed to working as part of a dedicated team to deliver high quality care.

Contact Information

• Judith Merriweather, Acute Dietetic Service Lead - Tel: - Email:
• Paul Hanna, Acute Dietetic Team Lead - Tel: - Email:

Closing Date

Closing Date: 2 weeks after job advertised

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