Job summary
We are looking for an experienced, highly motivated and innovative Dietitian to join our Stroke, Rehabilitation and Early Supported Discharge team. This exciting post provides an opportunity to develop the service as you will be the designated Lead Dietitian for the inpatient Stroke Service, based at the Princess Royal Hospital. You will assess, diagnose/interpret and manage your own caseload of complex patients as an autonomous practitioner.
Ideally we are looking for someone who has Stroke/ Neurology experience, is flexible, has good time management skills and works well in a team as well as independently. This post holder would be expected to mentor students by being a practice educator linked with the Universities.
We are a friendly, forward thinking team working in a fast paced rewarding environment. High quality patient care is at the core of our decision making and we are enthusiastic about welcoming new ideas and staff development.
We look forward to meeting you at interview and exploring all the opportunities you will gain by joining us in this exciting and essential role.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant would be expected to work as part of the Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) to ensure nutritional screening tools and associated care plans are implemented, provide enteral feeding regimens as required and attend MDT meetings as appropriate.
The successful applicant would also be part of the wider Dietetic team and as well as working with the Stroke Team the applicant would be able to access support from their Dietetic colleagues within the Trust.
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Extensive post-graduate clinical experience in dietetics
- Experience of working in a MDT environment
- Can demonstrate ability to prioritise and manage the caseload effectively
Desirable
- Experience in Stroke or Neurology setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad knowledge of clinical area
Desirable
- Demonstrates ability to support parents/ carers/ family
Qualifications
Essential
- Post registration training in clinical area
Desirable
- gained or willing to work towards MSc level qualification
leadership
Essential
- Experience of audit/ research
- Experience of Teaching/ presentation
Person Specification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Extensive post-graduate clinical experience in dietetics
- Experience of working in a MDT environment
- Can demonstrate ability to prioritise and manage the caseload effectively
Desirable
- Experience in Stroke or Neurology setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad knowledge of clinical area
Desirable
- Demonstrates ability to support parents/ carers/ family
Qualifications
Essential
- Post registration training in clinical area
Desirable
- gained or willing to work towards MSc level qualification
leadership
Essential
- Experience of audit/ research
- Experience of Teaching/ presentation
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).
