Obesity Specialist Dietitian

Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic dietitian with good team working skills to help expand our multidisciplinary specialist weight management team. We are excited to be increasing our delivery of GLP1 medications and this role will be integral in supporting this.

The post holder will have the opportunity to provide specialist dietetic support to patients in both the medical and surgical services. You will work closely with psychologists, endocrinologists, surgeons and specialist nurses.

We have embraced hybrid working and are happy to accommodate flexible working patterns.

We are a close team who are consistently working to change and improve our service to provide the best possible care for our patients while working as efficiently as possible. We have developed a hybrid model of in person and remote delivery of services. We would value anyone with new and innovative ideas on how we can best reach and keep in touch with our patients and primary care.

To discuss this post further please contact Rachel Elliott, Specialist Weight Management Dietitians. Tel  or  or Lynsey Francey

• Provide specialist dietetic input to patients living with obesity in both the medical and surgical weight management teams
• Work with patients individually and in a group setting both in person and remotely
• Provide non‑judgmental, empathic and up‑to‑date clinical care to patients living with obesity
• Use behaviour change and motivational interviewing communication styles
• Be a supportive and flexible member of the dietetic team and an active participant in the wider MDT
• Support the team in service development and quality improvement projects
• Provide specialist dietetic input to patients in the medical weight management service through individual and group work
• Delivery of the mood and food group run jointly with psychology
• Initiation and management of patients on GLP1 medications
• Provide pre‑operative education and counselling for patients considering bariatric surgery
• Develop knowledge and skills in dietetic support of patients who have had bariatric surgery
• Provide a mix of telephone, video and face‑to‑face appointments
• Work closely with the wider MDT, attend weekly MDT meetings and monthly service meetings

• Current registered dietitian status with HCPC
• Post‑graduate training in communication and behaviour change skills

• Attendance at or completion of post‑graduate training course or conference attendance related to obesity (desirable)

• Have achieved or be working towards minimum of second gateway of Band 5 in post dealing with patients where behaviour change is necessary
• Detailed knowledge of common clinical conditions and best dietetic management of patients with obesity
• Advanced ability to use reassurance, negotiation, motivational approaches and behaviour change skills appropriately
• Evidence of time‑management skills, ability to prioritise work, complete projects and meet deadlines

• Recent experience of working in a Tier 3 and 4 weight management service (desirable)

• Empathic and compassionate attitude towards people living with obesity

Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship:
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

UK Registration:
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Pay scheme:
Agenda for change

Band:
Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata for part time roles

Full‑time, Job share, Flexible working, Home or remote working

North Bristol NHS Trust

Brunel Building, Southmead Hospital, Bristol

BS10 5NB

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