Medforce are delighted to have partnered with one of the most prestigious mental health facilities inDublin North, to recruit a Senior Dietitian.
Our client partners with the HSE to provide psychiatric care to the population of Central North Dublin.Within the Dietetics department, the appointed Dietitian will work to further develop nutrition services delivering evidence-based, quality dietetic care.This role involves working collaboratively with patients, healthcare professionals, and catering teams to ensure the provision of appropriate nutritional support tailored to individual needs.This a stand alone post involving a blend of working with adults and adolescene populations.
The Dietitian willbe involved in CPD activities within the multidisciplinary team and receive on-going clinical and managerial support.
This is a permanent, part time contract (14 hours per week).
Key Responsibilities:
* Assess the nutritional needs of patients with mental health conditions and develop individualised dietary plans.
* Provide evidence-based nutritional advice and interventions to support patient recovery and overall well-being.
* Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and occupational therapists.
* Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of dietary plans, making necessary adjustments to meet patients’ changing needs.
* Educate patients, families, and caregivers on the role of nutrition in mental health and recovery.
* Ensure compliance with hospital policies, national guidelines, and best practice standards in dietetics and mental health care.
* Contribute to the development of hospital-wide nutrition strategies and service improvements.
Essential Requirements:
* Degree in Dietetics/Nutrition and registration CORU.
* Experience working in a hospital or clinical setting, preferably in mental health or psychiatry.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
* Knowledge of the impact of nutrition on mental health and experience in providing dietary interventions for individuals with psychiatric conditions.
* Ability to assess, plan, and evaluate dietary treatments with a patient-centered approach.
Ready to take the next step in your dietetics career? Reach out to Laura Fagan at Medforce atlfagan@medforce.ie / 01 691 7774 for more information.
If you refer a Dietitian to us who is successfully hired, we can offer you a €150 thank you bonus! T&C’s apply!
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