Are you a dietitian with a passion for paediatrics?
We have a unique opportunity for a Band 5 to fast-track their career in our Community Paediatrics Service HMR, by undertaking a Band 5 to Band 6 development role. We are looking for an enthusiastic dietitian to join our team of three dietitians, a dietetic assistant and admin support.
You will offer a person-centred approach to aid independence and wellbeing, going the extra mile to ensure compassionate and personalised patient care. In return you will join a supportive team environment and be provided with robust personal development opportunities which will be fully funded.
We are committed to creating a fulfilling department which prioritises work life balance and health and wellbeing. Please speak to us about how we can accommodate any flexible working requests.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be jointly responsible (dependant on experience) in setting up a weight management service, working with outside agencies in the borough. If desired, there will be opportunity to deliver other caseloads including enteral feeding and oral nutrition support (in homes, specials schools and outpatients), faltering growth, children with allergies and other general conditions.
The department is established as trainers for placements for dietetic students each year and you will be actively involved in student training and the training of other health professionals, as required.
Candidates must be qualified dietitians registered with the HCPC, with excellent communication skills and a flexible approach.
Applicant with Proof of HCPC Registration Pending for 2024/25 will be considered.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Essential Qualification/Registration
Essential
* BSc/MSc Nutrition and Dietetics or Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
* HCPC registration
Desirable
* Membership of the BDA
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
* Good Knowledge of Nutrition and Dietetics and an understanding of the dietary management of common conditions requiring diet therapy
* Awareness of the HCPC Standards of conduct, performance and ethics and Standards of proficiency
* Knowledge of clinical governance
* Knowledge of different ethnic cultures and religions
* Well-developed communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
* Ability to convey complex information in an understandable way
* Computing Skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to demonstrate organisational skills including time management, prioritising and the ability to complete a task.
* Ability to work autonomously within code of practice with peer support.
* To have an understanding of and adhere to relevant Trust policies and procedures including data protection, equal opportunities and health and safety.
* Ability to work flexibly within a stressful and unpredictable environment
* Portray a professional image
* Good team working skills
* Caring and sensitive to the needs of patients, staff and colleagues
* Access to own transport to travel across Northern Care alliance sites to meet patient needs, access training and attend meetings
* Awareness of role of audit and evidence based practice
* Ability to reflect and appraise own performance
* Presentation skills
Desirable
* Experience of working in community paediatric dietetics
Employer details
Employer name
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Callaghan House
Cross Street
Rochdale
OL10 2DY
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