Band 6 Dietitian - Older People's Therapies Team in Homerton, Somerset

Band 6 Dietitian – Older People’s Therapies Team

Specialism: AHP – Dietetics
Location: Homerton, UK
Pay: Up to £27 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing Locum
Hours: Full-Time

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Dietitian within the Older People’s Therapies Team in Homerton, UK. This ongoing full-time locum role offers a competitive rate of up to £27 per hour and the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering specialist nutritional care to patients within acute inpatient settings.

In this role, you will provide high-quality dietetic assessment and intervention for patients with complex nutritional needs, supporting improved health outcomes across medical and surgical wards. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and motivated dietitian seeking to develop their experience within acute care and older people’s services.

Perks and Benefits

• Full-Time Opportunity: Work in a structured full-time role that allows you to fully immerse yourself in patient care and clinical practice.

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Benefit from flexible locum working while earning up to £27 per hour.

• Work-Life Balance: Locum roles provide flexibility, helping you balance professional and personal commitments.

• Varied Clinical Experience: Gain exposure to diverse clinical cases across acute inpatient services.

• Professional Development: Expand your expertise and enhance your career portfolio through varied healthcare environments.

What You Will Do

• Provide specialist dietetic assessments for a wide range of patients within the acute inpatient service, particularly within gastroenterology and surgical care.

• Deliver specialist nutritional interventions for patients with complex dietary and medical needs across medical and surgical wards.

• Develop and implement individualised nutrition care plans to support recovery and improved health outcomes.

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, nurses, and therapists, to ensure coordinated patient care.

• Adapt dietetic interventions according to the clinical environment and patient needs, ensuring effective service delivery across different ward settings.

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with clinical governance and professional standards.

Requirements

• Registration: Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

• Experience: Previous experience working within acute hospital settings or with older people’s services is desirable.

• Skills: Strong clinical assessment skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to manage a varied caseload.

• Mobility: A valid driving licence may be required depending on service needs.

Why Work in Homerton?

Homerton is a vibrant and culturally diverse area in East London known for its welcoming community and excellent transport links into Central London. With nearby green spaces, lively markets, and a rich cultural scene, Homerton offers a great balance between city life and community atmosphere, making it an ideal place to live and work.

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