Specialist Orthopaedic Dietitian

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

The closing date is 13 January 2025

Job summary

**PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY**

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated dietitian to join the dietetic department at University Hospitals Plymouth (UHP). The successful candidate will work as a member of the specialist orthopaedic multidisciplinary team to provide a dietetic service to orthopaedic inpatients.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

To work as an active member of the specialist orthopaedic multidisciplinary team
To be responsible for providing a specialist dietetic service, following evidence-based practice across the orthopaedic wards at UHP
To participate in regular teaching and training for patients and healthcare professionals
To supervise dietetic assistant(s) and dietetic students
To monitor and report dietetic outcome measures for orthopaedic inpatients
To act as a reliable source of dietetic knowledge and provide expertise to patients, relatives and healthcare professionals
To participate in audit and research related to orthopaedics in order to improve clinical outcomes and develop the dietetic service
To be involved in nutrition and dietetic departmental activities and contribute to the delivery of a Trust wide dietetic service.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY.

If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Date posted

11 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

216-LA-C6699850-C

Job locations

University Hospitals Plymouth Trust

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Provide a high standard of dietetic service to patients through comprehensive assessment, planning, and monitoring of patient requirements using evidence-based practice.

2. Work effectively as an individual and/or as part of a multidisciplinary team.

3. Communicate accurately in writing and/or verbally with other health professionals. Record all assessments and interventions in clinical notes, nursing notes and dietetic record cards in line with BDA guidelines.

4. Adapt to changing demands of the job to provide a dietetic service in the absence of co-workers.

5. Develop and apply knowledge in specialist areas, under the supervision of a senior dietitian.

6. Review and update resource material using evidence-based information.

7. Ensure that resources are used effectively and in accordance with departmental guidelines.

8. Prepare and deliver presentations and training programmes to patients and healthcare professionals using current evidence-based resources.

9. Participate in education and training of student dietitians with clinical supervisory skills training.

10. Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development to improve patient centred care.

11. Participate in audits and quality monitoring.

12. Proactively contribute to the achievement of clinical outcomes through individual and team effort.

13. Be aware of and adhere to all trust policies and procedures, the Health & Safety at Work Act and Data Protection Act.

14. Liaises with hotel services department to ensure correct provision of therapeutic diets to inpatients on assigned ward

For further details please see the attached JD & PS