Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent, full time Band 7 Gastroenterology Dietitian to join the Dietetics Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Our aim is to deliver efficient, high quality, multi-disciplinary care to children with complex gastroenterology diagnoses. You will have the opportunity to work within a team of 5 other Gastroenterology Dietitians.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Dietitian with experience of working with a multi disciplinary team in nutritional management of gastroenterological disorders, inflammatory bowel disease and food allergies.
Main duties of the job
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Responsible for the provision of a comprehensive and high-quality dietetic service for both inpatients and outpatients working to agreed standards, policies and procedures.
- Using specialised knowledge to manage a caseload of patients with different underlying conditions
- Assessment of the patient's needs for all children in the caseload, considering their diet history, growth and biochemical parameters and any relevant drug treatments. Making clinical decisions regarding the necessary nutritional support and dietary interventions
- Development and updating of diet sheets and other educational resources for patients and healthcare professionals both within and outside the Trust
- Close liaison with the diet service technicians and tasks to support the operation and functions of the Special Feeds Unit and Diet Kitchen
- Teaching and supporting dietitians, diet service technicians, dietetic assistants, nursing, medical and other healthcare professionals on all aspects of nutrition and dietary management through informal tutorials and formal study days
- Training the multidisciplinary team in anthropometry
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Freedom to act interpreting the Health Professions Council code of conduct and working to all agreed standards, policies and procedures within the department and the Trust.
- Maintenance and improvement of knowledge about current best practice and developments in paediatric nutrition and dietetics, employing evidence-based practice wherever possible
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent postgraduate qualification
- Registered as a Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Further degree e.g. Post-graduate Dietetics Masters Modules
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Post-registration experience working in general dietetics
- Significant experience working in clinical paediatrics at band 6/7 level
- General paediatric dietetics
Desirable
- Knowledge of specialist paediatric dietetic within the clinical areas of Gastroenterology and food allergy
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to contribute to the development of dietetic practice
- Good written and oral presentation and communication skills
- Time management skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- Computer literacy
- Ability to adapt to new ways of working which is beneficial to the service
Desirable
- Experience in research/audit/teaching
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent postgraduate qualification
- Registered as a Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Further degree e.g. Post-graduate Dietetics Masters Modules
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Post-registration experience working in general dietetics
- Significant experience working in clinical paediatrics at band 6/7 level
- General paediatric dietetics
Desirable
- Knowledge of specialist paediatric dietetic within the clinical areas of Gastroenterology and food allergy
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to contribute to the development of dietetic practice
- Good written and oral presentation and communication skills
- Time management skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- Computer literacy
- Ability to adapt to new ways of working which is beneficial to the service
Desirable
- Experience in research/audit/teaching
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
