Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Senior Dietitian Paediatric Diabetes Mullingar at Regional Hospital Mullingar, where you’ll lead specialized nutrition care for children with diabetes and their families.
About the Role
This Senior Dietitian Paediatric Diabetes Mullingar position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in pediatric healthcare. You’ll work within our multidisciplinary diabetes team, providing expert clinical nutrition services and leading quality improvement initiatives in this specialized field.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive dietetic assessments and care planning for children with diabetes
- Develop and implement evidence-based nutrition intervention strategies for paediatric diabetes management
- Provide expert clinical guidance and mentorship to junior dietetic staff
- Collaborate with endocrinologists, diabetes nurses, and psychologists in multidisciplinary care
- Conduct behavioral change training sessions for patients and families
- Drive quality improvement initiatives in paediatric diabetes nutrition services
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to service development
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Professional qualification in Dietetics recognized by CORU
- Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in clinical dietetics
- Specialized experience in paediatric diabetes nutrition management
- Demonstrated expertise in behavioral change training methodologies
- Strong understanding of childhood diabetes pathophysiology and nutrition therapy
- Excellent communication skills for working with children, families, and healthcare teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualification in paediatric nutrition or diabetes management
- Experience with quality improvement projects in healthcare settings
- Knowledge of current Irish diabetes clinical guidelines and protocols
- Previous experience in multidisciplinary team environments
What We Offer
Salary: ā¬63,279 – ā¬74,509 per annum (Grade 3395 – Dietitian, Senior scale as per HSE pay scales) Contract: Permanent Part-time position with flexible working arrangements Professional Development: Comprehensive CPD support and career advancement opportunities Benefits: HSE pension scheme, annual leave entitlement, and healthcare benefits Work Environment: Modern facilities with supportive multidisciplinary team culture
Professional Growth Opportunities
- Leadership development in specialized paediatric nutrition
- Research collaboration opportunities within HSE diabetes services
- Access to national and international diabetes nutrition conferences
- Mentorship responsibilities for dietetic students and junior staff
Ready to Apply?
Take the next step in your career as a Senior Dietitian Paediatric Diabetes Mullingar and join our commitment to excellence in pediatric healthcare. We’re looking for a dedicated professional who shares our passion for improving outcomes for children with diabetes.
Application Deadline: 8th September 2025 at 12:00 PM
Reference: RHM825213
