Adult Specialist Dietitian

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Dietitian to work for 12 months to deliver and develop the service provision for the gastroenterology and surgical wards at Musgrove Park Hospital, working with a Band 5 Dietitian and Dietetic support staff. In addition, you will gain dietetic experience of working in critical care, PN and eating disorders with support from our Nutrition Support Specialist Dietitians., Working with a Band 5 Dietitian and Dietetic support staff, you will provide a dietetic service to the gastroenterology and surgical wards.This will involve not just providing the clinical care but also taking responsibility for service improvement across these designated wards. You will also deliver a regular outpatient clinic within this specialist area.

Opportunities to advance broader dietetic skills including guideline development and training of others Gain experience and develop skills in critical care, PN and adult inpatient eating disorders through formal training and supervised/supported practice. What are we looking for? Ideally, you'll have varied post-graduate experience, covering a range of specialties and have specific experience in working with patients with gastroenterological and surgical conditions. Dietetic experience of critical care and PN is desirable, but not essential as we will support you with any training needs. You need to be registered as a Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council and ideally have current NHS experience. We are a very friendly, hardworking and supportive team and would love to welcome you to join 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, 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.

• 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.