Specialist Dietitian

Specialist Dietitian – Renal The closing date is 19 December 2025 We are looking for an experienced, innovative Renal Dietitian to join our expanding team of Dietitians, delivering an integrated acute and community service across Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. You will have the opportunity to develop your clinical and leadership skills within the Dietetic Service utilising advances in technology to deliver dietetic support for patients across the county, within inpatients, outpatients, dialysis units, and the home haemodialysis team, as well as supporting the band 5 dietitians and assistant practitioners in the wider team. We welcome applications from dietitians with previous renal experience wanting to develop their knowledge and skills further with our specialist dietetic team and highly supportive renal multidisciplinary team. Passion for renal dietetics is essential, but previous experience within the speciality is not required, as full training can be provided. We also welcome applications from band 5 practitioners who are looking to further their knowledge and skills in this speciality; we are open to the possibility of a band 5‑6 development plan over 12‑18 months for the right candidate. Our commitment to your professional and personal development includes shadowing, networking, clinical supervision from senior renal dietitians, regular meetings with a senior team member, and participation in our dynamic in‑house CPD programme. Main duties of the job Along with HCPC registration, the successful applicant should ideally have some experience of working as a Renal Dietitian and strong communication skills, an interest in developing leadership skills, and a commitment to our Trust values. Assess, diagnose, interpret and manage an autonomous caseload of complex patients as a specialist dietitian, in accordance with the Professional Code of Conduct and Health & Care Professions Council Regulations. Develop specialist knowledge and clinical skills through experience and post‑graduate training. Work closely with colleagues within all care groups to deliver a cohesive, user‑led service that ensures a consistently high standard of patient care, optimal patient flow and safe, timely discharge. Collaborate with team coordinators and senior therapists to deliver robust training, supervision and appraisal to all team members. Ensure the delivery of an efficient operational service with clear communication and teamwork. Act as a source of specialist advice and support within the therapy centre and across the Trust and the wider health economy. Demonstrate highly effective communication skills with patients, carers, colleagues and the wider MDT. About us The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of acute medical care for half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid‑Wales, with a strong focus on high‑quality patient care and staff development. We provide learner placements (Grade A, B and C) and invest in CPD, clinical supervision and leadership development opportunities. Person Specification Qualifications Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA). Evidence of or interest in post‑graduate education. Member of the BDA specialist group. Substantial previous work experience within renal dietetics. Evidence of teaching/education. Experience in audit and research. Knowledge Evidence of CPD. Skills Ability to self‑manage workload and prioritise caseload daily. Good written and verbal communication skills. Experience using Excel/PowerPoint. Experience using electronic patient records. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to verify any previous criminal convictions. £38,682 to £46,580 a year, pro rata #J-18808-Ljbffr