About Company
NHS Grampian is one of Scotland’s 14 regional health boards, proudly serving a diverse population of over 500,000 across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray. We are unwavering in our commitment to providing high-quality, comprehensive healthcare services, always guided by our core values of Care, Compassion, Openness, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. As a major employer in the region, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and continuous development across all specialties. We champion an inclusive culture where every individual is valued and empowered to contribute significantly to our shared mission of improving health and wellbeing for our communities. Join NHS Grampian and become a part of a team making a tangible, positive difference in people’s lives every day.
Job Description
NHS Grampian invites applications for a dedicated and compassionate Registered Dietitian to join our dynamic Nutrition and Dietetics team in Aberdeen. This rewarding role offers flexibility with both part-time and full-time hours, designed to support work-life balance while ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care. As a vital member of our multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will be instrumental in assessing, diagnosing, and developing tailored treatment plans for a diverse range of nutritional problems. Your expertise will be applied across various clinical settings, including acute hospital wards, outpatient clinics, and potentially community environments, providing evidence-based dietary advice and crucial support to patients with complex medical conditions. You will collaborate closely with medical consultants, nurses, speech and language therapists, and other allied health professionals to ensure integrated, patient-centred care that contributes significantly to patient recovery, disease management, and overall quality of life. This is an outstanding opportunity to further develop your clinical skills, apply your specialist knowledge, and contribute to service improvements within a progressive and supportive environment that is deeply committed to continuous professional development and career progression within the NHS framework. If you are a highly motivated dietitian with a passion for delivering outstanding patient care and eager to thrive in a challenging yet immensely rewarding setting, we strongly encourage your application.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments, identifying dietary needs and risks for individual patients.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based, individualised nutrition care plans across various clinical areas.
- Provide expert dietary advice, education, and counselling to patients, their families, and carers.
- Monitor and review patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to optimise outcomes.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure holistic and integrated patient care.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date patient records in compliance with professional and organisational standards.
- Participate actively in departmental meetings, training sessions, and continuous professional development activities.
- Contribute to the development, audit, and evaluation of dietetic services and patient pathways.
- Supervise and mentor junior staff, dietetic students, or support workers as required, fostering their development.
- Adhere strictly to professional codes of conduct, clinical guidelines, and all NHS Grampian policies and procedures.
Required Skills
- BSc or PGDip/MSc in Dietetics from an accredited institution.
- Current and valid registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Demonstrable clinical experience in a range of dietetic specialties (placement experience considered for newly qualified dietitians).
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and counselling skills, capable of building rapport with diverse individuals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a capacity for critical thinking.
- Ability to work effectively both autonomously and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in using IT systems and electronic patient record systems.
- A strong commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.
Preferred Qualifications
- Post-registration clinical experience in a specific specialist area (e.g., critical care, paediatrics, diabetes, gastroenterology).
- Experience in supervising, mentoring, or teaching dietetic students or junior colleagues.
- Involvement in audit, research, or service development projects to enhance practice.
- Membership of the British Dietetic Association (BDA).
- Full UK driving license and access to a car, particularly beneficial for community-based roles.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary within the nationally recognised NHS Agenda for Change pay scale.
- Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with length of service.
- Excellent NHS Pension Scheme, offering a secure and attractive retirement package.
- Comprehensive induction programme and extensive opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
- Access to a wide range of exclusive NHS discounts, benefits, and staff wellbeing programmes.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment within a dedicated and friendly team.
- Flexible working options considered to support a healthy work-life balance.
- Potential for a relocation package for eligible candidates moving to the area.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the full job description and person specification before applying. Please submit your application by clicking on the link below. Ensure your application clearly demonstrates how your skills and experience meet the requirements of this role. We look forward to receiving your application.