About this role
Job summary
Based at Wythenshawe Teaching Hospital, you'll be close to vibrant Manchester, enjoying its culture and excellent transport links. Whilst also working in the relatively calm surroundings of suburban hospitals.
To be a successful gastroenterology &gastrointestinal surgery dietitian you must possess knowledge & experience in assessment, monitoring, & treatment strategies for oral, enteral & parenteral nutrition. You will be supported by lead dietitians to develop your skills in complex nutritional support.
As we work together to improve the services provided to our local community & those accessing our regional specialist services, you & your patients will benefit from the biggest electronic record system & innovative online patient portal.
We develop our workforce; you can really grow with the knowledge & guidance shared by our multi-sited dietetic working groups. Why not contribute by writing an article for our wellbeing newsletter, presenting at a CPD event, or supporting the preregistration training programme. Want more opportunities, consider the career paths of your colleagues who have accessed research training, undertaken a non-medical prescribing course, advanced their clinical competencies, developed their leadership skills, & expanded their educator abilities.
Be part of our passionate dietetic team at MFT, where you'll be a highly valued member of our amazingly diverse seventy strong dietetic team, who make a real difference across 4 hospital sites.
Main duties of the job
As a gastroenterology and gastrointestinal surgery dietitianyou'll build a strong rapport with patients, supporting their nutritional needs during a hospital visit for severe and often distressing complaints. For instance, a high output stoma, short bowel syndrome, gastrointestinal obstruction/perforation, decompensated liver disease, or IBD flare. During outpatient consultations, you'll assist patients with their recovery & in the management of other chronic conditions such as a functional bowel disorder, coeliac disease, pancreatitis or bile acid malabsorption.
Have a recognised dietetics degree or equivalent & registered with the HCPC; you'll assess the nutritional condition of patients, make dietetic diagnoses, give therapeutic treatment options, & provide evidenced-based tailored advice. As the consistent practitioner, you'll review outcomes to facilitate a patient's goals.
Your advanced communication skills will produce records achieving national & local standard.An empathetic clinician, you'll show compassion in difficult situations.
A valued member of multi-disciplinary services, you'll work with highly skilled specialist nurses, doctors, speech & language therapists, & psychiatrists.
You'll access regular coaching, supervision & yearly appraisal. What's more, after 12 months in your band 6 role you may be offered to join our band 6 speciality exchange programme, with the possibility to expand your knowledge & skills in other fields.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
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Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
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Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.
What is a DBS Check?
A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:
Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.
Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.
Who Needs a DBS Check
Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.
The Costs for a DBS
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.
For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december
DBS Update Service
Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/ Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registered Dietitian
Desirable
- Higher degree or advanced diploma in Dietetics
- Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition Group Clinical Update Course or equivalent Advanced Dietetic approved course
- Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA)
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration clinical experience
- Experience of regular teaching and delivery of presentations - locally
- Produce and present clear / concise and timely written information
- Clinical supervisory student training course & regular involvement in student training and assessment
- Portfolio of audit / research experience
Desirable
- Member of BDA Specialist Interest Group
- Published audit / research
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of clinical dietetics including anthropometric measurement, biochemical interpretation & devising highly complex nutritional treatment plans
- Detailed knowledge of clinical governance
- Participation in continuing professional development to ensure evidence based practice
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Advanced communication; motivation, questioning & listening skills (completion of advanced counselling skills course)
- Can work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to reflect & critically appraise own work & that of others
- Able to prioritise work load & projects
- Work autonomously
- Produce and present clear / concise and timely written information.
- Good computer skills
- Demonstrate Leadership Qualities
Desirable
- Ability to work with a range of age groups
- European Computer Driving License
- Appraisal Training / experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Wythenshawe
M23 9LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)