Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for for a newly qualified dietitian, or existing band 5 dietitian, who is seeking further experience working in a large teaching hospital. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking team player to join our friendly and dynamic band 5 team, where you will have the opportunity to work with GI, general medicine and community teams.The Band 5 team have structured six monthly rotations where they can develop skills and experience across a wide range of clinical areas including elderly care, orthopaedics, surgery, gastroenterology, acute care, general medicine, cardiovascular and community. The rotations cover a mixture of inpatient areas, outpatient clinics, integrated community services, delivering talks to patients, staff and students in a supportive environment on which to build your dietetic career. We are recruiting to 1.0 WTE Band 5 vacancy, but following interview, you may be added to a reserve list for future Band 5 Dietitian permanent positions which may become available at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.You are welcome to apply if you have previously been on the reserve list but were not offered a position. Main duties of the job To work as part of the Band 5 Dietetic Team responsible for providing individualised dietetic advice to inpatients, outpatients, staff and carers across St Thomas' Hospital and local communities of Lambeth and Southwark. The post may involve delivering group education sessions across acute and community settings. About us We offer a well evaluated CPD programme with supervision from senior dietitians across a range of specialties including oncology, renal, gastroenterology, stroke, diabetes, HIV and paediatrics, and protected time for professional development.As such we are able to provide excellent learning opportunities and encourage professional development in the role. You will be provided with regular clinical supervision and regular 1:1s for support, empowering you to deliver high quality, safe and compassionate care.You will be joining a team of over 100 dietitians and the department has excellent administrative support secretarial support from our administration team, and clinical support from dietetic assistants We are a large training centre for student dietitians on placements 1, 2 and 3 and you will be actively involved with this. The department aims to provide a high quality service through evidence based practice and listening to acting on staff and patient feedback.You must have or be in the process of applying for HCPC registration at the time of your application in order to be considered for interview. Successful applicants may be added to the reserve list following interview but will be required to provide evidence of HCPC registration and when provided, will then be considered for future roles. Date posted 12 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £35,964 to £43,780 a year p.a inc HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 196-LIS9175 Job locations St Thomas' Hospital Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7EH Job description Job responsibilities Clinical responsibilities To be responsible for providing a comprehensive evidence-based dietetic service for patients and carers. This will include: The provision of a comprehensive and effective dietetic service, providing nutritional counselling to patients on designated acute wards and community sites, in conjunction with the supervising clinical specialist. To provide expert advice to patients, carers and clinicians regarding provision of nutritional support for patients based on clinical evidence. This will involve nutritional assessment; to include the calculation of nutritional requirements based on the interpretation of biochemistry, anthropometry, clinical condition and other physical parameters. To provide nutritional counselling to patients and carers in the outpatient setting on appropriate dietary treatment and management where training in post registration cognitive behaviour therapy is required Ability to develop and use communication and teaching skills to educate the diverse and multicultural population both on a one to one and in groups. To directly prescribe nutritional supplements, vitamins and mineral supplements as agreed with the medical team. To communicate and liaise with the community multidisciplinary team regarding nutritional management of patients and where necessary providing information and education to clinicians and carers. To advise and liaise with catering staff concerning the special dietary requirements of inpatients, and to assist in instructing chefs on the preparation of therapeutic diets as required. To provide nutrition teaching sessions to other members of the multi disciplinary team on the following topics: care of the elderly, nutrition screening, coronary heart disease, COPD and all appropriate health promotion initiatives both in hospital and the local community To be responsible for the discharge planning of patients going home on artificial nutritional support. To work as team to prioritise a large caseload and support each other to deliver quality, safe and efficient patient care Professional Responsibilities To participate fully in the appraisal process and develop a strategy for continuing professional development encompassing a portfolio based assessment in line with national legislation. To be an active team member of the dietetic department at Guys and St Thomas participating in departmental developments and projects and attending staff and continuing professional development meetings. To carry out administrative duties in line with local standards and policies including ensuring adequate patient records are kept and all requirements for data collection are met. Education & Training To undertake appropriate training and then participate and supervise the clinical training of Dietetic students. To participate in the development and delivery of training to any appropriate staff group. To undertake training to be deemed competent in the use of all equipment related to nutritional assessment e.g. anthropometric equipment. To be competent in the use of information technology with particular reference to nutritional packages for assessment of patients nutritional requirements and dietary adequacy To undertake training to be deemed competent in the use of enteral feeding pumps and equipment. To give talks/lectures to interested groups Research/Audit To undertake supervised research or audit, where appropriate, which will enhance dietetic care for the patient. To undertake such other duties as shall be indicated by the Clinical Dietetic Services Manager to meet the exigencies of the service and/or needs of the patients. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical responsibilities To be responsible for providing a comprehensive evidence-based dietetic service for patients and carers. This will include: The provision of a comprehensive and effective dietetic service, providing nutritional counselling to patients on designated acute wards and community sites, in conjunction with the supervising clinical specialist. To provide expert advice to patients, carers and clinicians regarding provision of nutritional support for patients based on clinical evidence. This will involve nutritional assessment; to include the calculation of nutritional requirements based on the interpretation of biochemistry, anthropometry, clinical condition and other physical parameters. To provide nutritional counselling to patients and carers in the outpatient setting on appropriate dietary treatment and management where training in post registration cognitive behaviour therapy is required Ability to develop and use communication and teaching skills to educate the diverse and multicultural population both on a one to one and in groups. To directly prescribe nutritional supplements, vitamins and mineral supplements as agreed with the medical team. To communicate and liaise with the community multidisciplinary team regarding nutritional management of patients and where necessary providing information and education to clinicians and carers. To advise and liaise with catering staff concerning the special dietary requirements of inpatients, and to assist in instructing chefs on the preparation of therapeutic diets as required. To provide nutrition teaching sessions to other members of the multi disciplinary team on the following topics: care of the elderly, nutrition screening, coronary heart disease, COPD and all appropriate health promotion initiatives both in hospital and the local community To be responsible for the discharge planning of patients going home on artificial nutritional support. To work as team to prioritise a large caseload and support each other to deliver quality, safe and efficient patient care Professional Responsibilities To participate fully in the appraisal process and develop a strategy for continuing professional development encompassing a portfolio based assessment in line with national legislation. To be an active team member of the dietetic department at Guys and St Thomas participating in departmental developments and projects and attending staff and continuing professional development meetings. To carry out administrative duties in line with local standards and policies including ensuring adequate patient records are kept and all requirements for data collection are met. Education & Training To undertake appropriate training and then participate and supervise the clinical training of Dietetic students. To participate in the development and delivery of training to any appropriate staff group. To undertake training to be deemed competent in the use of all equipment related to nutritional assessment e.g. anthropometric equipment. To be competent in the use of information technology with particular reference to nutritional packages for assessment of patients nutritional requirements and dietary adequacy To undertake training to be deemed competent in the use of enteral feeding pumps and equipment. To give talks/lectures to interested groups Research/Audit To undertake supervised research or audit, where appropriate, which will enhance dietetic care for the patient. To undertake such other duties as shall be indicated by the Clinical Dietetic Services Manager to meet the exigencies of the service and/or needs of the patients. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent HCPC Registration Experience Essential Acute/community dietetic experience on clinical placement Experience of teaching patients or health professionals Team Working Desirable Post graduate experience Student training Skills Essential Good organisation skills Time management Ability to prioritise workload Ability to work under own initiative Good Communication skills Knowledge Essential Demonstrates understanding of equal opportunities Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent HCPC Registration Experience Essential Acute/community dietetic experience on clinical placement Experience of teaching patients or health professionals Team Working Desirable Post graduate experience Student training Skills Essential Good organisation skills Time management Ability to prioritise workload Ability to work under own initiative Good Communication skills Knowledge Essential Demonstrates understanding of equal opportunities 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Address St Thomas' Hospital Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7EH Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)