Specialist Gastro-Surgical Dietitian
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Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Dietitian to join our friendly and forward thinking team of Dietitians. You will work as part of the dietetic department at the Luton and Dunstable hospital and be an integral member of this team. There is scope to develop this post whilst always working towards striving to achieve the highest standards of care. You will also work alongside a team of clinical Dietitians working across adults , being an active member of the Department. The post would be based at the Luton and Dunstable hospital. This would be an excellent opportunity for an experienced band 5 to progress and develop, or equally for a band 6 looking for a fresh challenge.
You will have a good general dietetic back ground and experience in nutritional support is essential. Skills in MDT working, patient education on a one to one basis.
We offer regular supervision and a robust appraisal system, in addition we support and encourage CPD opportunities such as shadowing other specialities within the Department and attending relevant study sessions. We also provide training for students from the University of Hertfordshire.
For further information about the post please contact Rekha Begum on 01582 497544, Rekha.Begum6@ldh.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for providing a Dietetic service to a specialist caseload of patients on the surgical wards. This will include gastro surgical, general surgical, bariatric and ITU stepdown patient groups.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Details
Date posted
05 July 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 to £42,618 a year pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
418-DTO9946-SJ
Job locations
Luton and Dunstable Hospital
Lewsey Road
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Employer details
Employer name
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Luton and Dunstable Hospital
Lewsey Road
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Employer's website
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