Specialist Gastroenterology Dietitian
Location
Bath, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/16/2025
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Description
Job Overview
The specialist gastroenterology dietitian is responsible for providing an inpatient dietetic service for patients referred by the Gastroenterologists and Specialist Nurses as well as other medical professionals where patients have a high risk or clinical evidence of malnutrition. The post includes the need to provide group education for patients and staff, support junior member of staff and dietetic students in the department. Key contacts include dietetic colleagues, the Gastroenterologists, ward staff, specialist nurses, catering and pharmacy. The post holder may be asked to provide dietetic services unrelated to gastroenterology and should have a good knowledge of general dietetics.
Main duties of the job
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please see attached job description for main responsibilities and requirements of this role.
As above: "The Recruitment Team will automatically complete ‘working for your organisation’ and ‘detailed job description and main responsibilities’ sections on your behalf."
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if we receive a high number of applications. We strongly encourage you to complete and submit your application in good time to ensure it can be considered.
Documents to download
Name Rachel Bowyer Job title Dietetic Team Lead Email address [email protected] Telephone number 01225 824398
The specialist gastroenterology dietitian is responsible for providing an inpatient dietetic service for patients referred by the Gastroenterologists and Specialist Nurses as well as other medical professionals where patients have a high risk or clinical evidence of malnutrition. The post includes the need to provide group education for patients and staff, support junior member of staff and dietetic students in the department. Key contacts include dietetic colleagues, the Gastroenterologists, ward staff, specialist nurses, catering and pharmacy. The post holder may be asked to provide dietetic services unrelated to gastroenterology and should have a good knowledge of general dietetics.
Main duties of the job
- Inpatient, telephone and group support for patients with gastrointestinal conditions where dietetic intervention are appropriate.
- Inpatient management of patients admitted with the complications of malnutrition
- Act as a source of expert information for gastroenterology providing clinical updates for dietetic staff, students, medical and nursing staff as appropriate.
- Development of dietetic resources and care pathways for relevant patient groups alongside the Dietetic Team Leader and other members of the gastroenterology dietetic team.
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please see attached job description for main responsibilities and requirements of this role.
As above: "The Recruitment Team will automatically complete ‘working for your organisation’ and ‘detailed job description and main responsibilities’ sections on your behalf."
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- HCPC Registered Dietitian
- Evidence of relevant post graduate study/ CPD
- Training in communication and behaviour change skills
- Relevant dietetic mental health CPD
Essential criteria
- Relevant post registration experience
- Relevant MDT Experience
- Evidence of relevant audit, clinical governance, service development
- Gastro dietetics knowledge and experience
- Mental health/ eating disorder dietetics knowledge and experience
- TPN/ Advanced Nutrition support knowledge and experience
Essential criteria
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Problem Solving Skills
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if we receive a high number of applications. We strongly encourage you to complete and submit your application in good time to ensure it can be considered.
Documents to download
- Job Description and Personal Specification (PDF, 548.1KB)
- Join the RUH (PDF, 1.1MB)
Name Rachel Bowyer Job title Dietetic Team Lead Email address [email protected] Telephone number 01225 824398
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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