Dietitian - Tier 3 Bariatrics - Derby & BurtoninBurton-on-trentinBurton-on-trentPUBLISHED FRI 4 OCT 2024

Outpatient Network is currently seeking Dietitians with Tier 3 Bariatric experience to join our Bariatric services across Derby & Burton NHS FT.

Dietitian Tier 3 Bariatric Service

The Dietitian will play a key role in delivering first attendance consultations to patients referred to the Tier 3 bariatric service. The role involves assessing patients nutritional status, developing individualized care plans, and providing dietary interventions to support patients in managing obesity and preparing for potential bariatric surgery.

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments during first appointments, including reviewing medical history, dietary habits, and lifestyle factors.
• Develop personalized dietary care plans that are realistic and tailored to the patient's needs, supporting weight management and improving overall health.
• Educate and counsel patients on dietary strategies to manage obesity, including portion control, nutritional intake, and behavior modification.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., psychologists, bariatric surgeons, nurses) to provide holistic care for patients.
• Monitor patient progress through follow-up assessments, adjusting dietary plans as necessary to meet ongoing health and nutritional goals.
• Provide pre- and post-operative nutritional support to patients undergoing bariatric surgery, ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with NHS policies and procedures.
• Promote evidence-based dietary advice in alignment with NICE guidelines and current research on obesity management.

About us

Role Overview:

The Dietitian will play a key role in delivering first attendance consultations to patients referred to the Tier 3 bariatric service. The role involves assessing patients nutritional status, developing individualized care plans, and providing dietary interventions to support patients in managing obesity and preparing for potential bariatric surgery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments during first appointments, including reviewing medical history, dietary habits, and lifestyle factors.
• Develop personalized dietary care plans that are realistic and tailored to the patient's needs, supporting weight management and improving overall health.
• Educate and counsel patients on dietary strategies to manage obesity, including portion control, nutritional intake, and behavior modification.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., psychologists, bariatric surgeons, nurses) to provide holistic care for patients.
• Monitor patient progress through follow-up assessments, adjusting dietary plans as necessary to meet ongoing health and nutritional goals.
• Provide pre- and post-operative nutritional support to patients undergoing bariatric surgery, ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with NHS policies and procedures.
• Promote evidence-based dietary advice in alignment with NICE guidelines and current research on obesity management.

Qualifications and Skills:

• BSc in Dietetics or equivalent, with HCPC registration.
• Previous experience in obesity management or bariatric services preferred.
• Strong knowledge of nutritional needs for obese patients, including pre- and post-surgery requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient education and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload efficiently.

Desirable:

• Experience with motivational interviewing and behavior change techniques.
• Understanding of Tier 3 weight management services within the NHS framework.