Job summary
Hull University Teaching Hospitals (HUTH) are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Acute Medicine Dietitian to join our diverse team. The post holder will gain experience working in a large busy acute teaching trust.
The post holder will work alongside colleagues within the Older People and Medicine dietetic team to support the timely delivery of nutritional intervention for those admitted to the new intermediate care suite for those who are considered 'no criteria to reside'. in hospital.
We are seeking someone who can adapt to a changing environment and work well within a team. You will be expected to be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team and build social networks working in partnership with other agencies.
Main duties of the job
You must be a registered dietitian that has suitable previous experience working with complex patients and building links to community services.
The role will require the post holder to undertake nutritional assessment and treatment of patients who may have highly complex and/or chronic presentation andwork closely with other members of the ward multidisciplinary teams (MDT). This will include attendance where required at best interest meetings, ward rounds, MDT meetings and service improvement meetings (such as clinical governance).
The dietetics department offers various development opportunities and can provide additional training.
If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding position, we would welcome your application. We are looking for suitably qualified and motivated individuals who have the drive, ambition and positivity to make this role succeed.
About us
The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion.
Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.
Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.
As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.
We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications in line with our commitment to equality and inclusion.
Applicants can determine their potential eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by reviewing the Skilled Worker Visa criteria set out by UKVI on the gov.uk website.
We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Regarding the above-mentioned position, please note that the group has introduced a new standardised template for all job descriptions. I've attached the new template for your reference. Could you please revise the attached JD accordingly and send it back to me at your earliest convenience? By doing this we will be able to advertise your vacancy swiftly.
We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event of high levels of interest. Therefore early applications are encouraged.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications in line with our commitment to equality and inclusion.
Applicants can determine their potential eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by reviewing the Skilled Worker Visa criteria set out by UKVI on the gov.uk website.
We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Regarding the above-mentioned position, please note that the group has introduced a new standardised template for all job descriptions. I've attached the new template for your reference. Could you please revise the attached JD accordingly and send it back to me at your earliest convenience? By doing this we will be able to advertise your vacancy swiftly.
We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event of high levels of interest. Therefore early applications are encouraged.
Person Specification
Special Attributes and Other
Essential
- Demonstrates motivation to develop specialist clinical skills
- Able to work autonomously while recognising own limitations and seeking support appropriately
- Flexible and adaptable in response to service needs and changing priorities
- Demonstrates resilience when working with acutely unwell, distressed or palliative patients
- Committed to maintaining professional standards and Trust values
Desirable
- Leadership qualities and ability to act as a role model for junior staff
- Innovative approach to problem-solving and service improvement
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Post-registration or postgraduate training relevant to acute or specialist dietetics
- Clinical Supervisory Skills Course
- Evidence of Masters-level study or equivalent learning
- Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA)
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience delivering dietetic care in an acute hospital setting
- Experience of managing patients with complex nutritional and medical needs
- Ability to undertake comprehensive nutritional assessment, including interpretation of biochemistry, anthropometry, clinical condition, diet history and medications
- Experience of developing and implementing evidence-based dietetic treatment plans
- Knowledge of enteral nutrition and experience supporting patients requiring tube feeding
- Understanding of professional ethics, consent and capacity, and legal frameworks relevant to clinical practice
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
- Experience of working effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to prioritise and manage a complex clinical caseload in a busy environment
- Experience of contributing to audit, service evaluation or quality improvement activity
Desirable
- Experience of supervising/ mentoring junior staff, dietetic assistants and students.
- Completion of specialist training such as PENG or equivalent
- Experience of supervising or mentoring junior staff, support workers or students
- Experience of research/ audit, contributing to service development, guideline development or pathway redesign
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers and professionals
- Demonstrates advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to use behaviour-change and motivational interviewing techniques
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Demonstrates professionalism, empathy and respect when working with patients and colleagues
- Ability to document clinical care clearly and accurately in electronic patient records
- Ability to reflect on own practice and respond positively to feedback
Desirable
- Experience delivering education or training to staff, students or patient groups
- Confidence communicating at ward, MDT or service-level meetings
Person Specification
Special Attributes and Other
Essential
- Demonstrates motivation to develop specialist clinical skills
- Able to work autonomously while recognising own limitations and seeking support appropriately
- Flexible and adaptable in response to service needs and changing priorities
- Demonstrates resilience when working with acutely unwell, distressed or palliative patients
- Committed to maintaining professional standards and Trust values
Desirable
- Leadership qualities and ability to act as a role model for junior staff
- Innovative approach to problem-solving and service improvement
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Post-registration or postgraduate training relevant to acute or specialist dietetics
- Clinical Supervisory Skills Course
- Evidence of Masters-level study or equivalent learning
- Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA)
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience delivering dietetic care in an acute hospital setting
- Experience of managing patients with complex nutritional and medical needs
- Ability to undertake comprehensive nutritional assessment, including interpretation of biochemistry, anthropometry, clinical condition, diet history and medications
- Experience of developing and implementing evidence-based dietetic treatment plans
- Knowledge of enteral nutrition and experience supporting patients requiring tube feeding
- Understanding of professional ethics, consent and capacity, and legal frameworks relevant to clinical practice
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
- Experience of working effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to prioritise and manage a complex clinical caseload in a busy environment
- Experience of contributing to audit, service evaluation or quality improvement activity
Desirable
- Experience of supervising/ mentoring junior staff, dietetic assistants and students.
- Completion of specialist training such as PENG or equivalent
- Experience of supervising or mentoring junior staff, support workers or students
- Experience of research/ audit, contributing to service development, guideline development or pathway redesign
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers and professionals
- Demonstrates advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to use behaviour-change and motivational interviewing techniques
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Demonstrates professionalism, empathy and respect when working with patients and colleagues
- Ability to document clinical care clearly and accurately in electronic patient records
- Ability to reflect on own practice and respond positively to feedback
Desirable
- Experience delivering education or training to staff, students or patient groups
- Confidence communicating at ward, MDT or service-level meetings
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).
