Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 7 Dietitian to join our bank to cover the specialist area of diabetes. This post will work within a friendly team; working as a key, valued and active member of the Diabetes multidisciplinary and dietetic teams. The applicant must be self-motivated, well-organised and be confident communicator. Informal visits or discussions about the role are very welcome. Based at St Richard's Hospital, Chichester
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work see adult patients with all forms of diabetes including diabetes in pregnancy in outpatients clinics or in telephone clinics. This post offers excellent opportunities to develop working relationships with a wide MDT network including Diabetes Consultants, Diabetes Specialist nurses, Specialist Clinical Psychologists, GPs, and Practice nurses. They will also be involved in supporting junior dietitians and students. If you have substantial post graduate clinical dietetic experience including working with people with diabetes, please contact us to discuss this post. Your learning needs are very important to us and we are able to support with any additional training that you require.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake dietetic assessments of referred patients with diabetes taking into account medical, social, cultural and psychological factors.
- Determine appropriate dietetic treatment and develop treatment plans.
- Develop expert knowledge of diabetes technologies and provide training to patients, carers and staff.
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Negotiate change with patients to enable them to achieve targets and overcome barriers to change including dietary, environmental, social and psychological factors.
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Communicate complex information in an understandable form to patients who may have barriers to communication and understanding
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Calculate nutritional requirements based on the interpretation of anthropometry, biochemistry, clinical condition and other physical parameters
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Work as an integral part of the Diabetes MDT to ensure holistic patient care
- Please see attached JD & Personal Specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake dietetic assessments of referred patients with diabetes taking into account medical, social, cultural and psychological factors.
- Determine appropriate dietetic treatment and develop treatment plans.
- Develop expert knowledge of diabetes technologies and provide training to patients, carers and staff.
-
Negotiate change with patients to enable them to achieve targets and overcome barriers to change including dietary, environmental, social and psychological factors.
-
Communicate complex information in an understandable form to patients who may have barriers to communication and understanding
-
Calculate nutritional requirements based on the interpretation of anthropometry, biochemistry, clinical condition and other physical parameters
-
Work as an integral part of the Diabetes MDT to ensure holistic patient care
- Please see attached JD & Personal Specification
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- BSc in Nutrition & Dietetics
Desirable
- Post registration training in cognitive behavioural therapy
- British Dietetic Association diabetes course
- RELEVANT POST GRAD COURSES
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates experience of service development
- Demonstrates experience of audit
Desirable
- Demonstrates experience of research
Registration
Essential
- State registration with the Health profession Council
Desirable
- Member of BDA diabetes specialist group
- Member of British Dietetic Association
Clinical
Essential
- Experience working with people who have diabetes
- Experience of delivering group education
- Outpatient experience
- Experience of working with the MDT
Desirable
- Extended role in diabetes
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- BSc in Nutrition & Dietetics
Desirable
- Post registration training in cognitive behavioural therapy
- British Dietetic Association diabetes course
- RELEVANT POST GRAD COURSES
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates experience of service development
- Demonstrates experience of audit
Desirable
- Demonstrates experience of research
Registration
Essential
- State registration with the Health profession Council
Desirable
- Member of BDA diabetes specialist group
- Member of British Dietetic Association
Clinical
Essential
- Experience working with people who have diabetes
- Experience of delivering group education
- Outpatient experience
- Experience of working with the MDT
Desirable
- Extended role in diabetes
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
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).
