The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s national healthcare provider, delivering comprehensive health and social care services across the country. We are seeking an experienced Senior Dietitian specializing in Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery to join our expert clinical team at Connolly Hospital in Dublin North.
About the Role
This senior clinical dietitian position focuses specifically on upper GI surgical nutrition, working within our specialized Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery unit. You’ll provide expert nutritional assessment, intervention, and ongoing care for patients undergoing complex upper GI procedures, working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary surgical team to optimize patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialized nutritional assessment and intervention for patients undergoing upper GI surgical procedures including esophageal, gastric, pancreatic, and hepatic surgeries
- Develop and implement comprehensive nutrition care plans for pre-operative optimization, post-operative recovery, and long-term dietary management
- Conduct clinical nutrition consultations for complex upper GI cases, including bariatric surgery, gastrointestinal oncology, and inflammatory bowel conditions
- Lead nutritional education programs for patients and families regarding post-surgical dietary modifications and lifestyle changes
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team including surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated patient care
- Supervise and mentor junior dietitians and students in upper GI surgical nutrition practices
- Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutritional care standards within the department
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent qualification recognized by CORU
- CORU registration as a Dietitian with current practicing certificate
- Minimum 3-5 years post-qualification experience in clinical dietetics, with substantial experience in surgical nutrition
- Specialized knowledge and experience in upper GI surgery nutrition including enteral and parenteral nutrition support
- Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to work with complex medical conditions
Preferred Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Nutrition or related specialty area
- Experience in bariatric surgery nutrition and long-term dietary management
- Expertise in gastrointestinal oncology nutrition and supporting patients through cancer treatment
- Experience with nutrition support teams and parenteral nutrition protocols
- Research experience in surgical nutrition or related clinical areas
What We Offer
- Competitive salary on HSE Dietitian Senior scale: ā¬63,279 – ā¬74,509 per annum (as per latest HSE pay scales)
- Comprehensive benefits package including excellent pension scheme, annual leave, and sick leave entitlements
- Professional development opportunities including continuing education support, conference attendance, and specialization training
- Collaborative work environment within a leading upper GI surgery department recognized for clinical excellence
- Career advancement pathways within the HSE healthcare system with opportunities for clinical and management progression
- State-of-the-art facilities and access to the latest clinical technologies and resources
- Flexible working arrangements where clinically appropriate
Ready to Apply?
Join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals making a real difference in patient care through specialized nutrition expertise. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced dietitian to develop their career in upper GI surgical nutrition within Ireland’s premier healthcare system.
Application closes: September 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
For informal enquiries, contact Teresa Stenson, Dietitian Manager at [email protected] or 01 646 5722
