Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**
At East Cheshire NHS Trust, we recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance in sustaining happy and healthy colleagues. We are open and committed to supporting flexible working, have a varied Health and Wellbeing offer and are driven in supporting staff in both their personal and professional development.
We recognise the importance of working collaboratively with our staff and our community; ensuring high quality patient-centred care is at the heart of all we do, and our local population receives the best care in the right place.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 7 dietitian to join our acute team at East Cheshire NHS Trust on a permanent contract. Part time, flexible working, and job share applicants are very welcome to apply.
We would love to hear from you if you are looking for an innovative and supportive team to gain experience and progress your career with.
Hours per week: 22.5
Main duties of the job
To act as an advanced clinical specialist responsible for the triage, assessment and treatment of acute patients referred to the dietetics service.
To carry a specialist caseload specific to Gastroenterology and Respiratory as well as the treatment of complex patients across the acute and outpatient setting.
To work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team, to access and act upon relevant diagnostic tests and make relevant onward recommendations as necessary.
To act as the lead clinician within the defined acute specialist area, supporting the Nutrition and Dietetic Team Manager and Operations Manager with the operational delivery and service development of acute dietetic services (inpatient and outpatient) within East Cheshire NHS Trust.
To act as an advanced clinical specialist providing clinical line management and supervision, for more junior staff within the acute setting for nutrition & dietetics services.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Quallifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Relevant professional degree /diploma
- Masters level / post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area (or working towards)
- Clinical Educator training
- Membership of a relevant professional body & related specialist sub-groups
Desirable
- Communication skills training
Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area
- In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area
- Detailed awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in the specialist area
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
- Highly advanced communication and listening skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Audit skills
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
Desirable
- Critical appraisal
- Presentation skills
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, in the relevant specialism
- Experience of planning and completing audit & research
- Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff
- Experience of undertaking projects
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Prior experience working in the NHS - with a broad range of NHS dietetics specialisms
- Proven ability to manage complex patient issues including Gastroenterology and ensure safe and timely discharge of patients
- Commitment to specialism as evidenced by CPD and attendance at special interest groups
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification
Quallifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Relevant professional degree /diploma
- Masters level / post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area (or working towards)
- Clinical Educator training
- Membership of a relevant professional body & related specialist sub-groups
Desirable
- Communication skills training
Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area
- In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area
- Detailed awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in the specialist area
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
- Highly advanced communication and listening skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Audit skills
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
Desirable
- Critical appraisal
- Presentation skills
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, in the relevant specialism
- Experience of planning and completing audit & research
- Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff
- Experience of undertaking projects
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Prior experience working in the NHS - with a broad range of NHS dietetics specialisms
- Proven ability to manage complex patient issues including Gastroenterology and ensure safe and timely discharge of patients
- Commitment to specialism as evidenced by CPD and attendance at special interest groups
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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).
