Senior Dietitian - Off Site locations, Dublin

Job Title: Senior Dietitian Off Site Locations (2 positions)
Reference No: 05.026 (2026)
Department / Directorate: Nutrition & Dietetics Department, COO Directorate
Reports to: Manager of Nutrition & Dietetics

Tallaght University Hospital (TUH) is a model 4, voluntary, academic teaching hospital partnered with Trinity College and situated in south west Dublin. With a staff of over 4,000 people from 63 different countries, it provides both acute and tertiary care to an increasing population of circa 800,000 people and is a provider of local, regional and national specialties. It is also a National Urology Centre, the second largest provider of dialysis services in the country, Pelvic and Acetabulum National Centre and a designated Trauma Unit. 

The Hospital is part of the newly established HSE Dublin & Midlands Region, which serves a population of over 1.2 million across seven counties, and operates under the governance of an independent Board of Directors who give their time on a voluntary basis. TUH is also supported by the Adelaide Health Foundation, the Meath Foundation and Tallaght University Hospital Foundation.
 
TUH recognises the role it plays in our community both as an employer and provider of healthcare and is committed to building a sustainable future for our region both now and into the future with a focus on patient outcomes.

The Hospital is ambitious, recognising that healthcare delivery is undergoing seismic change and will be different now and into the future, largely due to digital and technological advances along with research continuing to discover and test new treatment options. TUH wants to be a leader in determining that future. It is a “Hospital without Walls” always looking to optimise care both within and beyond in line with the Sláintecare vision of providing the right care, in the right place, at the right time whilst empowering our patients and staff. 

TUH Vision and Values
The vision of the Hospital is “People Caring for People to Live Better Lives” through excellent health outcomes supported by evidenced based practice, positive patient and staff experience in an empowering and caring environment. A culture of innovation and quality improvement in everything we do.
Our TUH CARE values – for patients, their families, our community and staff are:Collaborate – together and with our academic and care partnersAchieve – our goals, positive outcomes and wellbeingRespect – for patients, each other and our environmentEquity – for patients and staffAt TUH we view our staff as our most valuable asset and every member of the Team is valued equally. We recognise that a skilled, satisfied and motivated workforce is a prerequisite to high quality care.


Purpose of the Role:
The TUH Dietetics Department provides services to TUH patients discharged to off-site locations, which are under the Governance of TUH. We are recruiting two senior Dietitians, for these locations. One is Tymon North, where MDT services are well established. A new service is due to commence in a new location in Clondalkin, where the senior Dietitian will be responsible for establishing and delivering Dietetic services for patients transferred from TUH.
In both locations, the senior Dietitians will work in collaboration with the full multi-disciplinary team to coordinate patient care and expedite patient discharges. The Dietitians will work closely with their Dietitian colleagues in TUH on the transfer and delivery of patient care.

Overview of Role:
Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide a comprehensive clinical service to patients transferred from TUHMap service provision, in collaboration with the Dietitian managersDevelop and implement protocols/procedures for nutritional screening, referral, assessment and interventionMonitor and evaluate service provision and report on same periodicallyProvide expert nutritional advice for the multidisciplinary team and actively engage with the team by attending ward rounds, conferences, lunch meetings and grand rounds Record statistical information and produce reports as requiredSupervise and support junior staff members and Dietetic assistants, where relevantAttend Departmental meetings in TUH on a regular basisParticipate in the clinical training of Student Dietitians on placement in TUHContribute to the Departments upskilling program for Dietitians which will provide an opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills to work in other specialtiesBe responsible for his/her own professional development and keep abreast of developments in Nutrition and DieteticsContribute to the enhancement of clinical practice through participation in quality improvement initiatives , audit and researchContribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of standards and policies relating to the Nutrition & Dietetic serviceCarry out other duties appropriate to the post, as may be assigned by the Manager of Nutrition & DieteticsQualifications & Experience required
Must:Be registered as a Dietitian by the Dietitians Registration Board at CORUProvide proof of Statutory Registration on the Dietitians Register maintained by the Dietitians Registration Board at CORU AndHave at least 3 years full time (or equivalent) post qualification clinical dietetic experienceBe proficient in the provision of artificial nutrition support (Enteral and Parenteral)Have experience in discharging patients from hospital on artificial nutrition support
Desirable:Be a member of the Irish Nutrition & Dietetic InstituteFull clean Drivers LicenseExperience in the supervision of junior Dietitians and/or students and/or therapy assistantsRecent relevant experience in a similar acute hospital setting.Evidence of relevant service development/quality improvement experience.Recent evidence of continuing professional development
Reward & RecognitionRemuneration is in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales, grade code 3395The appointment is Full time, pensionable and permanent. The annual leave entitlement is 29 working days per year. The leave year runs from 1st April to the 31st of March each yearNormal working hours are 35 hours worked over 5 days. Your contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8 am to 8 pm over 7 days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement