05/06/2024
We are showcasing the different roles and routes into a career as a Dietitian during Dietitians Week from 3rd to 7th June 2024.
Dietitians Week is the British Dietetic Association’s annual celebration of Dietitians, Dietetics and those that work to support them. The theme this year is “from classroom, to clinic and beyond” and here in the Western Trust we are delighted to launch the revamped Nutrition and Dietetics careers section. Here you’ll find information on where to study for a career in dietetics, where this career may lead and we celebrate dietitians who have done exceptional things and those who are making huge strides to progress in their chosen field.
Shauna O’Hagan has been a Dietetic Support Worker in Western Trust for the last 3 years. She said:
“I have always wanted to progress to become a Registered Dietitian and am delighted to be competing the pre-reg masters in Ulster University this year. I’m excited to start my first placement here in the Western Trust in September 2024.”
Niamh Carty who has just qualified in Dietetics and has accepted a post in the South West Acute Hospital said:
“I completed my placement in the Western Trust in April this year and now look forward to starting my first band 5 position with the Dietetic team helping and supporting people in the Fermanagh community.”
Welcoming the opportunity to celebrate Dietitians Week with the focus on supporting student dietitians and newly qualified dietitians Siobhan McCaffrey, Assistant Dietetic Services Manager explained:
“Dietetics is an incredibly diverse career that not only helps people, but also opens doors, and provides the opportunity for development with new roles and specialisms.”
“We have around 60 Dietitians working across the Western Trust area, from Limavady to Lisnaskea, in a variety of settings including our acute hospital sites, community clinics and specialist areas as an integral part of multi-disciplinary teams providing tailored and individualised diet and nutritional advice to our service users. Our team is supported by our fantastic clerical team and Dietetic Support Workforce who are fundamental to delivery of care across the Trust.”
“Being a Dietitian is an extremely rewarding career. Dietitians work very much as part of a multi-disciplinary team and the role is continually evolving to ensure better outcomes for our patients. I would recommend anyone thinking about becoming a Dietitian to have a look at our updated careers information. Thank you.”