Job summary Post title: Paediatric Dietitian Band: 6 Hours: 30 Contract: Permanent This post is an exciting opportunity to work within a proactive and dynamic team consisting of 7 paediatric dietitians and 2 dietetic assistants. We are looking to recruit a motivated dietitian who has varied post graduate clinical experience and a strong interest in paediatric dietetics. Applicants with less practice in this field who are highly motivated will also be considered. Teamwork and excellent communication skills are essential for this role. The post holder will work alongside the paediatric team across the Trust. The clinical remit of this post has a varied and interesting caseload including gastroenterology, oncology, the paediatric ward and day unit, outpatient clinics and cow's milk protein allergy. For an informal chat about this post please contact Jessica Robson, Paediatric Dietitian and Team Lead on 01962 824731 / 01256 313232 Jessica.Robsonhhft.nhs.uk Main duties of the job To work as part of the paediatric dietetic team. To provide a highly specialised nutrition and dietetic service to the child health business unit, working at Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital and in the local community to ensure high standards of care in line with evidence based practice and national guidelines. To contribute towards service developments through audit and patient surveys, driving changes that improve patient care. To manage and prioritise a delegated caseload, including Gastroenterology, Oncology, Nutrition support and a cow's milk allergy group session. To advise medical and nursing staff on the appropriate use of prescribable specialist food products and formulas. To maintain continued professional development and be involved in relevant dietetic special interest groups. To participate in the training of student dietitians & apprentices. About us The post holder will be based at the Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital although cross site working may be required with the Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester. The Dietetic Department at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is friendly department of around 25 staff spread across 2 main sites (Basingstoke and Winchester). We work closely with the dietetic department which consists of a team of 25 dietitians, 2 nutrition specialist nurses, 3 dietetic assistants and 2 secretaries. As a department, we are involved in student training and take students on their A, B and C placements. We are committed to appraisal and continued professional development and have excellent clerical and IT support. Date posted 21 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 251-FCSS9194-C Job locations Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital Basingstoke RG24 9NA Job description Job responsibilities This post has a wide variety within it. As well as covering the childrens ward in Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, the post holder will have a weekly gastroenterology clinic, or attending the MDT Gastro clinic; they will also be a part of the oncology MDT attending regular meetings and providing support for patients as required. The post holder will run a cow's milk allergy group. There will be opportunities for CPD, audit and service development.Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. Job description Job responsibilities This post has a wide variety within it. As well as covering the childrens ward in Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, the post holder will have a weekly gastroenterology clinic, or attending the MDT Gastro clinic; they will also be a part of the oncology MDT attending regular meetings and providing support for patients as required. The post holder will run a cow's milk allergy group. There will be opportunities for CPD, audit and service development.Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent Registered with the HCPC as a dietitian Desirable post gradute qualification in paediatrics Experience Essential Broad range of clinical dietetic experience including some in paediatrics Desirable Experience of paediatrics Experience with Gastroenterology or Oncology Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Clinical supervision skills Desirable Abilility to use a number of IT systems including Microsoft or electronic documentation Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent Registered with the HCPC as a dietitian Desirable post gradute qualification in paediatrics Experience Essential Broad range of clinical dietetic experience including some in paediatrics Desirable Experience of paediatrics Experience with Gastroenterology or Oncology Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Clinical supervision skills Desirable Abilility to use a number of IT systems including Microsoft or electronic documentation 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital Basingstoke RG24 9NA Employer's website https://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)