Job summary
Are you interested in joining an innovative, high profile and dynamic dietetic team of over 50 staff? We are seeking a self-motivated Band 6 Specialist Haemato-oncology Dietitian to join the Oncology & Haematology Dietetic Team at UCLH.
We are a large friendly department providing high quality nutritional care to patients across all areas of our Trust. We have close links with universities - King's College London, London Metropolitan University, and University College London. As a department we are involved in student training and take students on placement 2 and 3. We are committed to appraisal and continued professional development.
This is a new position within the department that provides at fantastic opportunity for a dietitian with existing experience and interest in haemato-oncology to further develop their knowledge and skills working alongside a supportive MDT in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
Cancer services at UCLH are one of the key areas in which the Trust aims to compete with the best services in Europe; Clinical Haematology is considered one of UCLH's 'World Class' specialties due to its clinical service and translational research. The cancer division leads the strategic development of cancer services, and manages extensive cancer day care, ambulatory care, outpatient and inpatient facilities in oncology, haematology and head and neck services.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and confident individual with experience and knowledge of managing a varying caseload of adult haematology patients (lymphoma, leukaemia, myeloma, HSCT patients during all stages of the treatment pathway from diagnosis to palliative treatment) and adult oncology patients undergoing multi-modal therapy.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment whilst developing their clinical skills in the inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory care setting. You should have the ability to work well within teams and be able to manage your time effectively. Applicants will possess BSc Nutrition and Dietetics (or equivalent) and be HCPC registered. Excellent communication skills and effective team working skills are essential.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Four year degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) or equivalent association
- Post registration training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Post graduate study in specialist area of dietetics e.g. paediatric modules
Experience
Essential
- Post registration clinical experience in haemato-oncology
Desirable
- Clinical experience in adult haematology and oncology services
- Involvement in relevant specialist interest group
Quality and service improvement
Essential
- Experience of service development
Communication
Essential
- Sound verbal and written communication skills
- Experience of multidisciplinary teamwork
- Awareness of need for confidentiality and issues of consent
- Proven experience of communicating to affect change in adults
Personal and people development
Essential
- Experience of training student dietitians/other HCPCs
Desirable
- Experience in the support and development of junior members of staff
- Teaching on degree (or higher level) / professional course
Information collection and analysis including IT skills
Essential
- Anthropometry skills
- Experience of conducting audit and/or research, including the ability to analyse and interpret statistics
- Computer literacy
Health, Safety and Security
Essential
- Knowledge & understanding of clinical governance and risk management and relevance to dietetics
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Awareness of equal opportunities and diversity
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Four year degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) or equivalent association
- Post registration training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Post graduate study in specialist area of dietetics e.g. paediatric modules
Experience
Essential
- Post registration clinical experience in haemato-oncology
Desirable
- Clinical experience in adult haematology and oncology services
- Involvement in relevant specialist interest group
Quality and service improvement
Essential
- Experience of service development
Communication
Essential
- Sound verbal and written communication skills
- Experience of multidisciplinary teamwork
- Awareness of need for confidentiality and issues of consent
- Proven experience of communicating to affect change in adults
Personal and people development
Essential
- Experience of training student dietitians/other HCPCs
Desirable
- Experience in the support and development of junior members of staff
- Teaching on degree (or higher level) / professional course
Information collection and analysis including IT skills
Essential
- Anthropometry skills
- Experience of conducting audit and/or research, including the ability to analyse and interpret statistics
- Computer literacy
Health, Safety and Security
Essential
- Knowledge & understanding of clinical governance and risk management and relevance to dietetics
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Awareness of equal opportunities and diversity
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).
