An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Dietitian to join the St Helens Wellbeing service - Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management. The post holder will work closely with the Tier 3 delivery team and alongside a range of specialists as part of a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team. They will be involved in the assessment and support of patients as part of a caseload, including those with complex dietary needs, providing high quality evidence based dietetic care including to patients on the Tier 4 bariatric surgical pathway.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have a good understanding of managing complex needs of individuals and their holistic health needs. The post holder will implement evidence-based practice, education and behaviour change techniques. Experience of working in a dynamic fast paced environment within a weight management service is desirable. This role is a great opportunity for somebody looking to develop their knowledge and skills as part of an integrated health and wellbeing service.
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree in dietetics
* State registration dietetics registered with Health Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Desirable
* Masters in dietetics
* Clinical supervisory Skills training for student training
Knowledge
Essential
* Sound clinical knowledge of dietetics including nutrition support
* An interest in weight management/ obesity management
* Basic IT skills
* Able to use and risk assess weighing equipment safely
* Reflective Practice
* Behaviour change skills
* Awareness of student training programmes
Desirable
* Clinical Group work experience
Experience
Essential
* Experience of clinical dietetic practice including nutrition support
* Experience of working in weight management services
* Experience of working in and contributing to multi-disciplinary teams
* Managing personal dietetic caseload
* Participation in peer support and clinical supervision
Desirable
* Experience of working in public health services
* Participation of training of others including students/health care professionals
* Developing practice of other dietitians/associate practitioners
* Clinical Audit
Employer details
Employer name
City Health Care Partnership CIC
Address
Peter Street Community Centre
St Helens
WA10 2EQ
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