Job summary
Specialist Paediatric Dietitian Ketogenic
Band 7
Part time 0.6 WTE FTC - 18 months
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Dietitian within the Neurology and Dietetic team at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospitals NHS trust, as a two year fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work as part of an MDT team, work closely with the lead Consultant to develop the outpatient ketogenic service and work alongside a team of highly specialised dietitians providing a high quality clinical service to neurology outpatients across paediatrics 0-19 years.
We are looking for a dynamic individual with either previous neurology/ ketogenic diet experience or substantial general paediatric experience who wants to further develop their skills and become a specialist dietitian within the highly rewarding area of neurology, epilepsy and ketogenic diet.
Relevant clinical experience, the ability to work under pressure both independently and in a team are essential qualities.
For further information please contact:
Jackie Falconer (Clinical Paediatric Dietetics lead)
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
020 3315 8609
Main duties of the job
To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of work, including the management of patients in your care.
To be able to carry and prioritise your own designated highly specialized clinical caseload, working as an autonomous practitioner without direct supervision.
To be responsible for the commencement, education and monitoring of outpatients on a ketogenic diet, tailoring the diet to the specific needs of the patient and family.
Monitor nutritional parameters such as nutritional requirements and micronutrient levels and make dietary adjustments where necessary.
Provide dietetic input to the Consultant-led review clinics.
To develop and monitor enteral feeds and diets to support patients on ketogenic diet based on interpretation of biochemical monitoring and growth.
To provide teaching to the MDT and external health professionals when required.
To maintain a database of patients on the ketogenic diet to monitor the service.
To take responsibility for certain patient conditions or clinical areas, as delegated by the Band 8 or consultant lead for the service, and to develop specialised assessment and treatment skills in these areas with support from the Band 8/ Consultant.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member. They will have significant clinical experience, ability in developing and delivering a highly specialised and comprehensive ketogenic outpatient service. They will take the lead for ketogenic diets and manage an outpatient caseload of children and young people on ketogenic diets working with the lead consultant to monitor nutritional parameters.
They will also provide sound clinical expertise to their team and more junior staff to coordinate and deliver high quality care. They will be a role model for expert clinical care, and lead on specific projects/ service developments and management functions as delegated by the Clinical Lead Dietitian, Lead Consultant or Therapy Manager. They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.
The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner in providing dietetic assessment, treatment and management to their own designated caseload of patients and to maintain up to date dietetic records. They will use evidence based principles and current best practise to assess, plan, implement and evaluate dietetic interventions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member. They will have significant clinical experience, ability in developing and delivering a highly specialised and comprehensive ketogenic outpatient service. They will take the lead for ketogenic diets and manage an outpatient caseload of children and young people on ketogenic diets working with the lead consultant to monitor nutritional parameters.
They will also provide sound clinical expertise to their team and more junior staff to coordinate and deliver high quality care. They will be a role model for expert clinical care, and lead on specific projects/ service developments and management functions as delegated by the Clinical Lead Dietitian, Lead Consultant or Therapy Manager. They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.
The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner in providing dietetic assessment, treatment and management to their own designated caseload of patients and to maintain up to date dietetic records. They will use evidence based principles and current best practise to assess, plan, implement and evaluate dietetic interventions.
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in Dietetics
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of ongoing CPD since qualification
Desirable
- Member of special interest group
- Member of the British Dietetic Association
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience as a Band 6 Paediatric Dietitian
- Ketogenic diet experience
- Experience of working as part of an MDT in clinical practice
- Evidence of delivering training to colleagues, MDT, parents
Desirable
- Experience of audit and service improvement
- Completion of BDA paediatric dietetics modules 5
- Experience of developing new services
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE - SPECIAL
Essential
- Evidence of CPD. Understanding and application of CPD requirements outlined by the HCPC
- Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contacts, including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness.
- The ability to use reflective practice as a tool for growth and development
- Evidence of effective self-management including time, prioritisation, clinical caseload and stress
- Computer literacy skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in service evaluation
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in Dietetics
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of ongoing CPD since qualification
Desirable
- Member of special interest group
- Member of the British Dietetic Association
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience as a Band 6 Paediatric Dietitian
- Ketogenic diet experience
- Experience of working as part of an MDT in clinical practice
- Evidence of delivering training to colleagues, MDT, parents
Desirable
- Experience of audit and service improvement
- Completion of BDA paediatric dietetics modules 5
- Experience of developing new services
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE - SPECIAL
Essential
- Evidence of CPD. Understanding and application of CPD requirements outlined by the HCPC
- Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contacts, including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness.
- The ability to use reflective practice as a tool for growth and development
- Evidence of effective self-management including time, prioritisation, clinical caseload and stress
- Computer literacy skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in service evaluation
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).