Specialist Dietitian- Paediatrics and Neonates
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Job summary
We are delighted to present an exciting new opportunity for a Registered Dietitian with interest or experience in Paediatrics and Neonatology to join our established Paediatric Team.
The successful candidate will work alongside our Clinical Lead Neonate Dietitian and Paediatric Team to develop, deliver and evaluate specialist dietetic support to neonates, infants and children in the neonatal intensive care unit, children's ward, outpatient and community services across Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin.
We are a friendly, supportive and innovative team of dietitians providing support to Patients, Families and Carers across the County. The successful candidate will be self motivated, ambitious, enthusiastic and dynamic with a passion for providing excellent care to the Communities we serve.
We provide A, B and C learner placements and the post holder will play an integral part in learner training within the profession. We are fully committed to invest in your training and development and have well established CPD, clinical supervision and leadership development opportunities.
Along with HCPC registration, the successful applicant will have sound communication skills. An interest in developing clinical and leadership skills and a commitment to work within our Trust values is essential.
Main duties of the job
- To assess, diagnose/interpret and manage own specialist caseload of babies and children with a wide range of clinical conditions as an autonomous practitioner in accordance with Professional Code of Conduct and Health and Care Professions Council Regulations.
- To have developed, or be willing to develop through experience and postgraduate training, the specialist knowledge and clinical skills required for the post.
- The post holder will work in close co-operation with colleagues within all Care Groups to deliver a cohesive service that is user led ensuring a consistently high standard of patient care, optimal patient flow and safe timely discharge.
- To work closely with Team Mangers and senior therapists to ensure a robust structure of training, supervision and appraisal is delivered to all members within the team.
- To work closely with Team Mangers and senior therapists to ensure the delivery of an efficient operational service.
- To act as a source of Specialist advice and support within the Therapy Centre and across the Trust and the wider health economy.
- To have highly effective communication skills and demonstrate these on a continual basis with patients, carers, colleagues and the wider Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT).
About us
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of acute medical care for half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid-Wales and has been awarded over £300 million to invest in our hospitals. Shropshire is the largest inland county in the UK with Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, World Heritage sites and access to Mid Wales and the Welsh coast. There are good schools, amazingly affordable housing and a wide range of leisure pursuits.
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is an organisation that strives to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in.
Our Vision is to provide excellent care for the communities we serve and is underpinned by four key Values, which have been developed in partnership with our staff, patients, their families and the wider community. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate their commitment to the Trust vision and values both at interview and in their working practice.
Within Therapies we have a strong culture of professional leadership and support. You will be working alongside an experienced team of Dietitians. We are a friendly, forward thinking team and we work in a fast paced, rewarding environment. Delivering excellent patient care to our diverse population is at the heart of everything we do.
Details
Date posted
09 January 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 to £42,618 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
223-SDP-400-A
Job locations
The Princess Royal Hospital
Apley
Telford
TF1 6TF
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Princess Royal Hospital
Apley
Telford
TF1 6TF
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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