Advanced Practice Dietitian Cystic Fibrosis - Adult Acute Dietetics

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

• Hours : 37 hours per week
• Shift pattern : Mon-Fri
• This post is permanent
  
  

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Band 7 Advanced Practice Dietitian to join the West of Scotland Adult Cystic Fibrosis and Respiratory Unit, based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH), within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

This post offers the chance to work as an integral member of a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to adults living with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). You will be a key contributor in shaping and advancing nutritional care within this specialist area.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the dietetic clinical and operational aspects of the Adult CF Service.
• Provide expert, evidence-based dietetic care to patients across inpatient, outpatient, and home settings.
• Manage a complex caseload independently, ensuring personalised and effective nutrition interventions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition care plans in collaboration with patients and the wider healthcare team.
• Play a pivotal role in service development and innovation, ensuring care is aligned with national professional and HCPC standards.
• Offer leadership, supervision, and mentorship to dietetic staff and students.
• Actively contribute to clinical research initiatives and participate in relevant national and international dietetic networks.
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• HCPC registration as a Dietitian.
• Post-registration masters level award or equivalent in a relevant field, ideally with prior involvement in respiratory or CF care.
• Advanced level capability across the 4 pillars of practice (Clinical, Education, leadership, and Research).
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage clinical services and influence practice development.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and multidisciplinary team working abilities.
• Commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a nationally recognised specialist service while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with Cystic Fibrosis.

The service would be delighted to speak to you, please get in touch on 0141 451 6245.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs. 

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