Dietitian

Ellern Mede is seeking an experienced and motivated Dietitian to join our multidisciplinary team at our flagship Ridgeway hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery and development of specialist dietetic services within a leading eating disorder service for children, young people, and young adults. You will play a key role in providing high-quality, evidence-based nutritional care, supporting patients and their families throughout treatment, recovery, and discharge. Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties Conduct comprehensive dietetic assessments, including anthropometry, diet history, and activity analysis Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based nutrition care plans Provide specialist dietetic support to patients with a range of eating disorders, including complex and treatment-resistant cases Deliver family-based treatment approaches, supporting parents and carers Analyse food diaries and provide constructive feedback to promote recovery Design tailored feeding plans, including oral nutritional supplements and nasogastric feeding Support patients during hospital stays, home leave, and discharge planning Facilitate group sessions on healthy eating and nutrition Multidisciplinary Working Collaborate closely with the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) Contribute to Care Programme Approach (CPA) processes and care planning Support patients in real-world settings (e.g. social eating in cafs/restaurants) Provide training and guidance to staff on eating disorder management Governance, Research & Development Participate in clinical audits, research initiatives, and quality improvement Maintain accurate clinical records and prepare detailed reports Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) Ensure all practice aligns with safeguarding, professional standards, and relevant legislation