Job summary
We are looking for a Dietetic Support Assistant to join our Senior Health/Acute Medical Unit teams here at St. George's hospital. Our teams cover a range of inpatient wards, out-patient clinics and also takes part in student training.
The post holder will work closely with the team members supporting them in a variety of ways to maximise the efficiency of the team. Tasks will include a variety of administrative, stock management, patient and ward related work.
Main duties of the job
The wider dietetic department consists of over 60 dietitians, who provide clinical inpatient and outpatient services to a variety of specialties including oncology, renal, neurology, haematology, paediatrics, cardiology, major trauma, gastro, surgical, diabetes, infectious diseases and HIV. The department is committed to training dietetic students and actively participates in the training programs of clinical and non-clinical staff. There are numerous opportunities for professional and personal development.
About us
St. George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the regional specialist care provider for south west London, Surrey and beyond. The trust provides a high quality, comprehensive range of health services from leading edge tertiary and trauma care to community services.
With national and regional referrals added to our local 3.5m catchment, we serve a population of around 5m. Acute and tertiary health services are delivered from over 1,000 beds across two sites, by around 8,000 staff.Co-located with St George' is the University of London and with both organisations now in a formal strategic alliance with King's Health Partners, the trust delivers with its partners high quality research and education both of which contribute to the healthcare provision of tomorrow.
St. George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a major acute hospital that offers very specialist care for complex injuries and illnesses, including trauma, neurology, cardiac care, renal services, gastrointestinal services, intestinal failure, cancer care and stroke.
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Please note this post may close early if we receive a large number of applicants.
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Please note this post may close early if we receive a large number of applicants.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths grade 4/C minimum or equivalent qualification.
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and social care or equivalent experience / knowledge of specific patient conditions and therapeutic interventions.
- Already hold, or willing to work toward completion of The Care Certificate.
Desirable
- Qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3 in Food Hygiene and Food Safety.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with clients or customers, ideally but not essentially in a healthcare, education or social care setting.
- Experience of working in a team.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an acute or primary care environment.
- Experience of audits and reports writing.
Skills
Essential
- Understands own boundaries/limitations and knows when to report to supervising Dietitian /seek help.
- Understands data protection and confidentiality.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Good verbal, written and listening skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
- Computer literacy (Microsoft office functions).
- Ability to write clear, accurate letters.
- Ability to manage own time effectively and work flexibly.
- Strong team working skills.
Desirable
- Ability to work effectively as part of a clinical team.
- Ability to use own initiative
- Able to respond to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions.
- Able to set priorities and meet daily deadlines.
- Able to reflect and appraise own performance.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an awareness of infection control procedures/food safety.
Desirable
- Knowledge of working within the NHS
- Awareness of multidisciplinary working.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths grade 4/C minimum or equivalent qualification.
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and social care or equivalent experience / knowledge of specific patient conditions and therapeutic interventions.
- Already hold, or willing to work toward completion of The Care Certificate.
Desirable
- Qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3 in Food Hygiene and Food Safety.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with clients or customers, ideally but not essentially in a healthcare, education or social care setting.
- Experience of working in a team.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an acute or primary care environment.
- Experience of audits and reports writing.
Skills
Essential
- Understands own boundaries/limitations and knows when to report to supervising Dietitian /seek help.
- Understands data protection and confidentiality.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Good verbal, written and listening skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
- Computer literacy (Microsoft office functions).
- Ability to write clear, accurate letters.
- Ability to manage own time effectively and work flexibly.
- Strong team working skills.
Desirable
- Ability to work effectively as part of a clinical team.
- Ability to use own initiative
- Able to respond to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions.
- Able to set priorities and meet daily deadlines.
- Able to reflect and appraise own performance.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an awareness of infection control procedures/food safety.
Desirable
- Knowledge of working within the NHS
- Awareness of multidisciplinary working.
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.
