Senior Dietician Job at Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic

Job Description

The Senior Dietitian plays a pivotal role within the multidisciplinary healthcare team, delivering expert, patient-centred nutrition care and medical nutrition therapy tailored to individual needs. The role involves designing, implementing and evaluating dietetic care plans in line with current clinical evidence, Blackrock Clinic guidelines and Joint Commission International standards.

Job Responsibility

Deliver safe, ethical and patient-centred dietetic care within the scope of professional competence
Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments using appropriate and validated methodologies
Interpret medical, clinical, biochemical and psychosocial information to inform care planning
Formulate, implement and review individualised nutrition care plans based on clinical findings and best available evidence
Apply behaviour change strategies, including motivational interviewing, to support sustainable dietary and lifestyle change
Maintain clear, accurate and timely documentation across the full nutrition care process
Engage patients and, where appropriate, families in shared decision-making to support adherence and outcomes
Provide balanced, scientifically grounded advice, including addressing misinformation related to nutrition and supplements
Contribute to the development and review of patient education resources
Discuss significant clinical decisions or new care approaches with the Dietitian Manager prior to implementation
Deliver tailored, practical nutrition education aligned with individual patient goals and clinical needs
Lead and contribute to education sessions for the dietetics department and the wider MDT on Women’s Health topics
Provide mentoring, supervision and professional support to dietitian colleagues as required
Support the education and development of HSCP colleagues and student dietitians
Maintain professional competence through ongoing CPD
Prioritise workload effectively to maintain high standards of clinical productivity and service delivery
Manage time and resources in a cost-effective manner while maintaining quality of care
Maintain accurate clinical and administrative records in line with departmental and clinic policy
Contribute to service development, audit and evaluation within the Women’s Health Clinic to support continuous improvement
Support the use and integration of digital tools and data systems in day-to-day practice
Adhere to all Blackrock Clinic and Women’s Health Clinic policies, procedures and safety protocols
Comply with health and safety legislation and standards relevant to dietetic practice
Support infection control, risk management and accreditation processes
Promote a respectful, inclusive and safe environment for patients and colleagues
Remain informed of current research and developments in nutrition and dietetics, particularly within Women’s Health
Integrate high-quality evidence into clinical practice and service delivery
Engage in reflective practice and take responsibility for maintaining professional standards
Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation
Contribute to achieving and maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and service quality

Requirements

BSc or MSc in Dietetics
Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience
Demonstrable experience in Women’s Health conditions
Registered with CORU and INDI

What we offer

Competitive salary
Pension
Discounted café
Sports and Social club
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted onsite pharmacy

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