South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Dietitian (Community Bariatrics)

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Sunderland to provide a specialist dietetic Post for the assessment, management and treatment for patients post two years bariatric surgery.

We are looking for a committed dietitian with an interest in bariatrics. This is a relatively new and an innovative Post with a real opportunity to make a difference and develop a primary care-led dietitian service. As a Primary Care Network Dietitian, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team across Sunderland.

You will be responsible for feeding-back the project results to the Primary Care Network regarding outcome measures both quantitative and qualitative

You will be employed as part of Sunderland and South Tyneside NHS Foundation Trust and have access to support from Dietetic Colleagues and the wider bariatric team, and Clinical Supervision.

This really is a chance to be innovative and make a difference to bariatric patients beyond two-year follow-up in ensuring they are monitored and reduce GP interventions.

Our Dietetic Department of more than 55 staff is managed as one team, but is structured into smaller teams led by Senior Specialist Dietitians. We are actively involved in the training of Trainee Dietitians and offer A, B and C placements.

The Trust has one on-site gym and plus a Training and Education Centre.

Main duties of the job

The Team has a fantastic reputation regionally, nationally and internationally. You will be encouraged to attend conferences in addition to networking with bariatric and weight management dietitians within the UK. You will also be encouraged to represent the Department and the profession to showcase the innovative work that the Team delivers.

Flexible and agile working is supported.

You will possess a Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent, registration with the HCPC and proven experience of working within nutrition support.Your prior experience of MDT working, exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively will also be essential.

The Department is friendly and supportive and encourage CPD, including regular clinical supervision and evidence-based practice groups.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Date posted

09 October 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9155-CSAHP-1023-02

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE340PL

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Specialist Dietitian will work as part of the Bariatric team to support patients from two years onwards post-bariatric surgery. They will work as a key part of the Primary Care Network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team, helping PCNs to strengthen community and personal resilience and reduce health inequalities.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc Dietetics or PG Diploma in Dietetics.
HCPC Registered.
Evidence of CPD.
Knowledge of audit and application to clinical practice.

Desirable

Experience of research and development.

Personal qualities/attitude/other

Essential

Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload.
Ability to undertake anthropometric measurements.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Flexibility.
Positive attitude.
Confident and persuasive.
Forward-thinking and pro-active.

Desirable

Please provide a contact phone number, or write 'no Number' if you do not have a one.

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in multi-disciplinary team.

Desirable

Experience of working in the community setting.

Skills

Essential

Ability to translate complex dietary information into easy language.
Presentation / teaching skills.
Anthropometric skills.
Excellent oral and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to interpret biochemistry in relation to disease.
IT skills.
Clinical supervisory skills.
Car driver/access to a car for work.

Desirable

Understanding of the wider skills and knowledge required for the assessment and treatment of people referred for diet therapy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc Dietetics or PG Diploma in Dietetics.
HCPC Registered.
Evidence of CPD.
Knowledge of audit and application to clinical practice.

Desirable

Experience of research and development.

Personal qualities/attitude/other

Essential

Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload.
Ability to undertake anthropometric measurements.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Flexibility.
Positive attitude.
Confident and persuasive.
Forward-thinking and pro-active.

Desirable

Please provide a contact phone number, or write 'no Number' if you do not have a one.

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in multi-disciplinary team.

Desirable

Experience of working in the community setting.

Skills

Essential

Ability to translate complex dietary information into easy language.
Presentation / teaching skills.
Anthropometric skills.
Excellent oral and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to interpret biochemistry in relation to disease.
IT skills.
Clinical supervisory skills.
Car driver/access to a car for work.

Desirable

Understanding of the wider skills and knowledge required for the assessment and treatment of people referred for diet therapy.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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