Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 5 or existing band 6 dietitian to join our friendly and dynamic team at the Royal Free North Middlesex Heath Unit site.
The Dietetic Department is part of the Therapies group (Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech & Language Therapists) at the NMUH. We are the first Nutrition & Dietetic Department in London to commence seven day services.
You will work with the Band 7 to provide service to gastroenterology wards. You should have excellent communication skills, be effective in MDT working and be able to deliver both group education/individual interventions.
You will have the opportunity to be involved in research, audits and other service development initiatives. You will be required to undertake teaching/training of other health professionals. You will be involved in student training for your area.
The dietetic department undertakes student training for placements 2 and 3, and has a robust CPD programme, and are committed to providing excellent line management, supervision/support, specialist training and other forms of continuous professional development.
In order to support you in this role, you would receive training and supervision tailored to your needs.
Main duties of the job
- To provide a comprehensive Nutrition and Dietetic Service to the gastroenterology inpatient and outpatient services at the Royal Free North Middlesex Site
- To contribute to the development and provision of education programmes for patients and staff within and out-with the Trust.
- To work with the Clinical Lead Dietitian and contribute to producing, implementing, and updating department/relevant policies and procedures.
- To contribute to and regularly participate in research and audit within the wider Dietetic Service.
- To participate and contribute to the Nutrition Team and provide cover for other services areas as and when required as per Trust bed pressures.
- To participate in seven-day service on a rota basis.
- To undertake the planning, organisation, allocation, and training of student training.
Benefits
- Competitive salary: £45,953 to £54,254 per annum
- Excellent line management, supervision/support, specialist training and other forms of continuous professional development
Requirements
- BSc in Dietetics 4-year degree course or equivalent
- State Registered Dietitian with HPC
- BDA member
- Up to date clinical knowledge
- Knowledge of general medications
- Knowledge of government strategy for gastroenterology area
- Experience of managing demand in a busy acute setting
- Ability to provide specialised treatment packages
- Good written and verbal communication skills
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