Job summary

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust are recruiting for a Rotational Band 5 Dietitian. This post would suit either student dietitians or experienced Band 5 dietitians. There is an option to start as a band 3/4 whilst you wait for your HCPC registration.

Rotational dietitians work within the acute and community dietetic teams. Rotations will provide the opportunity to work within a wide range of specialties including community, acute medicine, oncology, gastroenterology, paediatrics, renal and the impending newly created major trauma ward.

Band 5 dietitians will work closely within an established dietetic team and work in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams including doctors, nurses, caterers and therapists to deliver dietetic care to patients.

The successful applicants will be required to develop and take part in staff teaching, student training and support the team in audit and service developments.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

To provide a dietetic service to an allocated workload of inpatients and outpatients at Derriford Hospital and Community sites and maintain accurate records under the supervision of a senior dietitian. To participate in the teaching and training of other health care professionals. To be involved in all Nutrition and Dietetic departmental activities and contribute to the delivery of a Trust wide dietetic service

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on . We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Provide a high standard of dietetic service to patients through comprehensive assessment, planning, and monitoring of patient requirements using evidence- based practice.

2. Work effectively as an individual and/or as part of a multidisciplinary team.

3. Communicate accurately in writing and/or verbally with other health professionals. Record all assessments and interventions in clinical notes, nursing notes and dietetic record cards in line with BDA guidelines.

4. Adapt to changing demands of the job to provide a dietetic service in the absence of co-workers.

5. Develop and apply knowledge in specialist areas, under the supervision of a senior dietitian.

6. Provide regular outpatient clinics.

7. Review and update resource material using evidence based information.

8. Ensure that resources are used effectively and in accordance with departmental guidelines.

9. Prepare and deliver presentations and training programmes to patients and healthcare professionals using current evidence-based resources.

10. Participate in education and training of student dietitians with clinical supervisory skills training.

11. Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development to improve patient centred care.

12. Participate in audits and quality monitoring.

13. Proactively contribute to the achievement of clinical outcomes through individual and team effort.

14. Be aware of and adhere to all trust policies and procedures, the Health & Safety at Work Act and Data Protection Act.

15. Liaises with food services department to ensure correct provision of therapeutic diets to inpatients on assigned ward

For further details please see attached JD&PS.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics HCPC Professional registration

Desirable

Teaching certificate IT certificate Counselling skills training

Knowledge and experience

Essential

Proven knowledge of anthropometry, biochemistry, pharmacology to undertake a full nutrition assessment Competence in calculating basic nutritional requirements Competence to practice in a basic range of clinical conditions

Desirable

Previous relevant employment in healthcare setting Demonstrable experience in audits, research and CPD

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

Good communication skills, written and verbal with the ability to demonstrate clarity and effectiveness at all levels Ability to manage a defined clinical caseload with a degree of supervision Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively Work independently and as part of a team Accuracy Good listening skills

Desirable

Resourceful Assertive Attention to detail IT competency Teaching demonstrable experience

Disposition, attitude and motivation

Essential

Trustworthy and approachable Work within the professional code of conduct Pleasant, friendly and caring approach

Desirable

Be able to deal with emotionally stressful situations To be enthusiastic and self motivated Interest in health and fitness

Other factors

Essential

Flexible regarding duties Ability to travel between sites Maintains professional appearance Ability to work flexibly over 7 day period

Desirable

British Dietetic Association (BDA) membership Specialist interest group membership