Band 6 Renal Dietitian

We will also consider, for the right candidate, a development band 5/6 renal dietitian post

We have an exciting opportunity for a Dietitian with a particular interest in Renal Dietetics or experience in this field to join our supportive renal dietetic service and an expanding Dietetic service.

You will be a key member of the Dorset County Hospital Kidney Multidisciplinary team. The service covers Dorset County Hospital inpatients, clinics and dialysis units in Dorchester, South Somerset (Yeovil) and in East Dorset (Poole & Bournemouth) as part of the Dorset Renal Service.

This is a permanent position 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday (although part time or job share may be considered).

For the successful candidate, this post will also include the support of a relocation package and a one off 'Warm Welcome' payment of £2500.

Main duties of the job

You will work with a fantastic and forward thinking team of Renal Consultants, Specialist Nurses, Administrators, Podiatrists and Healthcare Assistants. You will be based with them at Dorset County Hospital in the beautiful County town of Dorchester, with outreach to other local hospitals. You will also be part of the Trust's Dietetic department, benefitting from easy access to and peer support from Dietitians working across a range of specialities.

• As an HCPC registered Dietitian, provide expert renal service to the MDT.
• Engage with, advise and train other healthcare professionals involved in the care of renal patients.
• Influencing on developing renal dietetic services through Quality Improvement projects.
• Work as a member of the Dietetic Department, in the promotion of a high-quality patient-focused service and contributing to service development and cover.

About us

The Dietetics department is committed to staff wellbeing and development, offering a range of CPD opportunities.

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

education, qualifications and training

Essential

• BSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent qualification as a dietitian
• Current registered dietitian status with HCPC

Desirable

• Basic training in communication and behaviour change
• Critical appraisal skills training
• Evidence of CPD
• Clinical supervisory skills course

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 18 months post registration with experience of working across a range of clinical areas within a UK setting including in- and out-patient settings, acute and community
• Range of clinical specialities seen during practical training ideally including renal dietetics.
• Range of clinical specialities seen during practical training ideally including renal dietetics.

Desirable

• Experience of Planning, delivering and evaluating teaching of groups
• Experience of In training other healthcare professionals
• Experience of Conducting audit or research
• Experience of Training student dietitians

skills, ability and knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of evidence based practice in a range of dietetic conditions seen within acute practice
• Evidence of interest in renal dietetics
• Able to implement the BDA Nutritional Care Process
• Competent written communication skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work alone and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of confidentiality as it relates to dietetic practice
• A working knowledge of Microsoft and NHS computer systems
• An understanding of audit and research in relation to dietetic practice
• Evidence of ability to use initiative but recognise limits
• Knowledge of the BDA and HCPC standards that govern dietetics

Desirable

• Sound clinical knowledge relating to oral and enteral nutrition support
• Basic knowledge relating to parenteral nutrition support
• Evidence of excellent time management skills, flexibility, adaptability to prioritise work, use initiative to complete projects and meet deadlines
• Understanding of clinical governance as it relates to dietetic practice
• Able to travel to community settings for outreach work.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

405-24-AH487DIET-A