University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job
We have a great opportunity for an HCPC registered dietitian to join our award-winning paediatric dietetic team (approximately 25 dietitians) at Southampton Children's Hospital. This post is offered at band 5-6 level, depending on experience and competencies achieved. It is a rotational post and you will develop skills in general paediatrics and particular specialist areas, working with inpatients and outpatients. Current rotations offered include:
1. General paediatrics & diabetes
2. Oncology & Neurology
3. General paediatrics & nephrology
4. Allergy & Gastroenterology
5. Cardiology & allergy
6. Cystic Fibrosis and Respiratory
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on-site and remote working. Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The paediatric team is part of the University Hospital Southampton NHSFT Dietetics and Speech and Language Therapy department (approximately 130 staff), providing both acute and community services in adults and paediatrics. We are a large, diverse team and there are excellent opportunities for CPD and career development. We have access to the paediatric grand round education events and have strong links with Southampton University. Audit, service evaluation, QI and research projects are actively encouraged.
We offer protected CPD time and you will have regular one-to-one supervision plus access to a mentor. There are opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and support with a monthly journal club.
We are a registered training site for student dietetic placements and the paediatric team won the University of Winchester Placement Educator of the Year Award 2023.
All UHS staff have access to the staff Wellbeing Hub and the free onsite staff gym. There is an efficient, low-cost Park and Ride Scheme.
Our Department operates Monday to Friday 8-5pm.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential
* Degree or equivalent in nutrition and dietetics
* Registered RD with HCPC registration or in process of applying for registration
* Demonstration of appropriate dietetic skills and knowledge at foundation level
* Evidence of commitment to relevant ongoing training/development
Desirable
* Member of BDA
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
* Recent experience in clinical dietetic post or placement
* Understanding of the dietitians role within acute and community setting
* Experience of multiprofessional team working
* IT and keyboard skills e.g. Microsoft Word and dietary analysis
Desirable
* Experience of presentations/public speaking
* Experience of project planning and/or audit
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
* Ability to cope with unpredictable events and varying workload pressures
* Ability to plan and prioritise workload within agreed boundaries
* Ability to communicate confidently at a variety of levels e.g. with patients and senior medical staff
* High standard of literacy and numeracy
* Works well alone as well as part of a team
* Demonstrates clarity and breadth in use of verbal and written communications in relation to our patient group
* Ability to handle difficult situations in a tactful and sensitive manner
* Ability to develop a rapport with patients, families and MDT members
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Tremona Rd,
Southampton
SO16 6YD
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