University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for a Dietetic Assistant Practitioner to join our forward-thinking and friendly dietetic team. This is a new role within the team.
You will be responsible for providing part of the Dietetic Service in the acute hospital setting along with the team of dietitians.
You will be provided with regular supervision and CPD opportunities in order to develop your clinical skills. We are committed to improving our patient experience and clinical pathways, and there will be opportunities to be involved with both current and new projects within the team.
Main duties of the job
* Responsible for a patient caseload under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian
* Liaise with members of the MDT regarding the nutritional care of patients on your caseload
* Provide nutrition education to other healthcare staff
Closing date of applications: 1 January 2025
Interview date: 15 January 2025
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people, and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness, and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB; this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Nutrition knowledge
Experience
* Experience of dealing with people with nutrition-related issues in a caring capacity (in a healthcare environment)
* Experience of working as a dietetic assistant
* Worked within the NHS in an acute setting
Knowledge
* Evidence of CPD activities
Skills
* Evidence of good communication skills - written and verbal
* Evidence of giving talks/presentations
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
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