Dietitian – Eating Disorders
Hours - Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location - Southampton
Salary - £27,000 – £48,000 per annum (DOE)
We are seeking a skilled Dietitian to join a dedicated healthcare team in Southampton on a permanent, full-time basis. This role focuses on supporting patients with eating disorders, working within a compassionate, multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients with eating disorders to identify deficiencies and dietary challenges.
* Develop and implement individualised meal plans that support recovery and address both medical and psychological needs.
* Provide education and counselling to patients and families around balanced nutrition, healthy eating behaviours, and relapse prevention.
* Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, therapists, and medical staff to deliver integrated treatment plans.
* Monitor patient progress, adapt nutrition interventions, and help manage complications associated with eating disorders.
Essential requirements:
* Degree in Dietetics or equivalent qualification.
* Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
* Strong skills in nutritional assessment, meal planning, and counselling for complex medical and psychological needs.
* Experience working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
* Excellent communication skills and a commitment to evidence-based practice.
This is a rewarding but demanding role where resilience, empathy, and adaptability are essential. You will be supporting patients through both the challenges and successes of their recovery journey.
Please note, our client is unable to provide sponsorship