Employer: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Royal Derby Hospital
Town: Derby
Salary: £26,530 - £29,114 pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 01/01/2025 23:59
Interview date: 15/01/2025
Dietetic Assistant Practitioner
Band 4
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Job overview
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.
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
Working for our organisation
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
Detailed job description and main 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.
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
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Most of our posts are subject to a DBS check, however having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from obtaining a position.
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