Job Overview A rare opportunity has arisen to join the Dietetics Department at Glan Clwyd Hospital as an Acute Vascular Dietetic Assistant as a result of new funding. Vascular surgical patients can have complicated acute and chronic nutritional presentations which require specialist dietetic treatment. Our Acute Dietetic Service are looking to recruit a band 3 Dietetic Assistant to support Registered Dietitians to provide this specialist service to the Vascular Ward and multidisciplinary team, and to be an integral member of the Conwy & Denbighshire (Central BCUHB) area Acute Dietetic team. You will be part of a dynamic Acute Dietetic team at Ysyby Glan Clwyd and part of a new era of development for the Dietetic service as a whole. The acute team includes a Band 7 Team Lead, a Band 6 Specialist Vascular Dietitian, 2 additional Band 6 specialist dietitians, band 5 rotation positions, plus additional Dietetic Assistant time. Main duties of the job This post will give you the opportunity to work with the vascular multidisciplinary team to facilitate the development of cutting edge Nutrition and Dietetic services for the ward. You will have the opportunity to assist in the planning and implementation of a robust quality improvement process for nutrition in the specialist area, under the supervision of the Registered Dietitian. As the Dietetic Assistant, you will liaise between our Dietetic, Catering and Nursing services to facilitate and optimize ward care by enabling implementation of the Welsh Government Standards which include: malnutrition screening, assessment, weighing, protected mealtimes, mealtime support, and access to food 24 hours a day. There is a strong, interconnected Dietetic team within the Central Team, and across North Wales, who are in regular contact via email and phone, sharing information, resources and developments wherever possible. All necessary development support and supervision will be provided to the right individual. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Working for our organisation If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Quality Credit Framework qualification at level 3 e.g. NVQ related to Health & Social Care, or working towards, (or equivalent); Documented evidence of participation in training activities Desirable criteria Membership of professional body and/or special interest group. Degree in nutrition related subject. Food hygiene certificate Knowledge & Experience Essential criteria Understanding of the role of the Dietitian. Relevant experience working within health, social or education settings. Basic knowledge of some conditions that could impact upon nutrition and hydration in children and young people, relevant to the role. Self-motivation for Continued Professional Development Desirable criteria Experience in working directly with people with communication challenges/other additional needs. Experience in clinical and/ or catering establishment. Experience of practical food preparation/ demonstration. Basic knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance. Awareness of Health & Safety legislation & practices. Skills Essential criteria Ability to work independently with individuals and/or groups Excellent interpersonal skills Effective written and oral communication skills. Good auditory / perceptual skills and the ability to sustain concentration. Creative skills to support the development of engaging materials. Awareness of team dynamics and work effectively as part of a team. Planning and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure Physical & emotional stamina to deal with sensitive and difficult situations Computer skills e.g. competent use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and data inputting experience Desirable criteria Ability to maintain and record specific items of stock Intermediate computer skills