University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Main area: Advanced Dietitian - Paediatrics
Grade: NHS AFC Band 7
Contract: Fixed term (Maternity leave cover)
Town: Lancaster
Hours: 31 (0.83 wte)
Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 per annum pro rata
Job overview
Are you looking for an opportunity to work within Paediatric Dietetics? We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Dietitian to join our team at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay for a part-time position (0.83 wte) 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave from March 2025. The post is based at Royal Lancaster Hospital but there may be the occasional need to travel to Furness General Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The post will cover both inpatient and outpatient work, and you will be responsible for managing a complex caseload covering a wide range of clinical areas including nutrition support, enteral feeding, gastroenterology, food allergies, feeding problems, neonates, and eating disorders. We work very closely with the entire paediatric MDT, including consultants, specialist nurses, psychologists, ward and support staff, as well as health visitors, children's community nurses, and speech and language therapists. This post offers excellent opportunities for professional and personal development. You will have the opportunity to work on audit and also be involved in student training. Hours are negotiable, and we would like to hear from you if you are interested in this role. We are happy to be flexible and work with the right person in a way that meets everyone's needs.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* HCPC Registered Dietitian
* Postgraduate Paediatric Dietetic Qualification(s)
Desirable
* Leadership / Management Qualification
Experience
Essential
* Post-registration experience in Paediatric Dietetics
* Experience as a supervisor of student dietitian training
Desirable
* Research and clinical audit experience
Skills, Ability and Knowledge
Essential
* Dietetic knowledge, skills, and experience at specialist level or above.
* Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities.
* Supervisory and appraisal skills
* Ability to build effective working relationships and teams
Personal Qualities
Essential
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to work flexibly
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be necessary 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.
Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Address: Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Ashton Road, Lancaster, LA1 4RP
Employer's website
https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk
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