Transformation Unit
Advanced Specialist Dietitian
Transformation Unit, Chelmsford, Massachusetts, us, 01824
Main area: Dietitian
Grade: 7
Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (maternity leave cover)
Hours:
Full time
Part time
Flexible working
Compressed hours
Job ref: 390-CSS-BR-9300
Employer: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Broomfield
Town: Chelmsford
Salary: £46,148 pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 17/09/2024 23:59
Job overviewWe have an exciting opportunity for a dietitian with an interest in head and neck cancer & surgery to join our team on a fixed term basis to cover the current post holder's maternity leave.
You will join a dietetic team that is part of a large and friendly therapy department. If you are an enthusiastic, innovative and motivated Dietitian with a passion for Nutrition support and surgery, this may be your opportunity.
This post would be suitable for a highly motivated dietitian who already has knowledge and experience of working with this cohort of patients. You will work closely with the MDT to provide seamless dietetic care along the patients' pathway. You will receive training and support as required. You will be expected to supervise and mentor student dietitians, Dietetic Assistants and junior staff.
Main duties of the job
Provide dietetic assessment, diagnosis, treatment and monitoring in Head and Neck Cancer services for Mid Essex patients and surgical candidates within the Essex Head and Neck network.
Develop and deliver an individualised treatment plan, whilst maintaining accurate patient records.
As an autonomous practitioner, have responsibility for own case load and be responsible for a defined area of the service or the particular patient type, working without direct supervision.
Be involved in student training and the development of junior staff. Undertake evidence-based audit and service improvement projects and make recommendations to the dietetic lead for changes to practice by team.
May lead the implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to service protocols.
Person specificationQualifications
Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council
Evidence of clinical professional development
Member of the British Dietetic Association
Member of the Oncology/Head and Neck specialist interest group of the British Dietetic Association
Experience
Experience in a wide range of clinical conditions
Experience in teaching/training other dietitians/health professionals
Experience of managing conflict
Experience of working in a critical care environment
Knowledge
Specialist knowledge in the field of enteral and parenteral nutrition
Thorough understanding of Clinical Governance and its implication for services
Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Grade: 7
Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (maternity leave cover)
Hours:
Full time
Part time
Flexible working
Compressed hours
Job ref: 390-CSS-BR-9300
Employer: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Broomfield
Town: Chelmsford
Salary: £46,148 pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 17/09/2024 23:59
Job overviewWe have an exciting opportunity for a dietitian with an interest in head and neck cancer & surgery to join our team on a fixed term basis to cover the current post holder's maternity leave.
You will join a dietetic team that is part of a large and friendly therapy department. If you are an enthusiastic, innovative and motivated Dietitian with a passion for Nutrition support and surgery, this may be your opportunity.
This post would be suitable for a highly motivated dietitian who already has knowledge and experience of working with this cohort of patients. You will work closely with the MDT to provide seamless dietetic care along the patients' pathway. You will receive training and support as required. You will be expected to supervise and mentor student dietitians, Dietetic Assistants and junior staff.
Main duties of the job
Provide dietetic assessment, diagnosis, treatment and monitoring in Head and Neck Cancer services for Mid Essex patients and surgical candidates within the Essex Head and Neck network.
Develop and deliver an individualised treatment plan, whilst maintaining accurate patient records.
As an autonomous practitioner, have responsibility for own case load and be responsible for a defined area of the service or the particular patient type, working without direct supervision.
Be involved in student training and the development of junior staff. Undertake evidence-based audit and service improvement projects and make recommendations to the dietetic lead for changes to practice by team.
May lead the implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to service protocols.
Person specificationQualifications
Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council
Evidence of clinical professional development
Member of the British Dietetic Association
Member of the Oncology/Head and Neck specialist interest group of the British Dietetic Association
Experience
Experience in a wide range of clinical conditions
Experience in teaching/training other dietitians/health professionals
Experience of managing conflict
Experience of working in a critical care environment
Knowledge
Specialist knowledge in the field of enteral and parenteral nutrition
Thorough understanding of Clinical Governance and its implication for services
Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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