Autonomous Dietitian – Elder Care & Dysphagia Specialist

Nhsscotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking a Dietitian to provide expert clinical lead in elderly care and nutritional support. The candidate will have a strong focus on managing complex clinical caseloads within Care Homes, ensuring optimal nutritional care for residents. Responsibilities include evaluating dietary needs, conducting consultations, and providing education to staff and families. This role offers flexible working conditions with significant professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Minimum of 27 days annual leave

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme

Development opportunities including study bursaries

Qualifications

• A minimum of four years post-qualification experience.
• Excellent knowledge of nutritional needs of older people.
• Experience of working with older people.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop service provision within this speciality.
• Work autonomously with a complex clinical caseload.
• Contribute to professional and team clinical audit.

Skills

Communication skills

Nutritional assessment

Clinical knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

BSc Human Nutrition & Dietetics

Registered Dietitian

Tools

IT literate in word processing

PowerPoint

Job description

A prominent healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking a Dietitian to provide expert clinical lead in elderly care and nutritional support. The candidate will have a strong focus on managing complex clinical caseloads within Care Homes, ensuring optimal nutritional care for residents. Responsibilities include evaluating dietary needs, conducting consultations, and providing education to staff and families. This role offers flexible working conditions with significant professional development opportunities.