Job summary
As part of our developing service we are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and motivated Dietitian with an interest in bariatric surgery to join the Dietetic Team at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Trust so come and work for us! If you live near or far, MTW is the Trust for you. We offer attractive relocation packages. Please see our new and exciting recruitment video: https://youtu.be/GhVNSbkYkX8 or call Helen Furminger on 07713355603 tofind out more.
The post will be based at the Tunbridge Wells Hospital working with other members of the MDT on the development and delivery of a specialist bariatric surgery service. You will be supported to develop your skills with funded courses and shadowing opportunities.
Main duties of the job
This post that offers a unique challenge for a highly motivated dietitian with and interest in bariatric surgery, excellent communication skills and passion to support innovative service development at our hospitals.
The successful candidate will work with the clinical lead to provide highly specialist dietetic input to bariatric services including provision of care and education to patients, development of dietary policy and guidelines for the service, development of dietetic educational resources and learning opportunities in relation to obesity and bariatric surgery, for GPs, consultants and other health care professionals including dietetic students.
This role will provide you with excellent and supported professional and personal development. You will have opportunities to be involved with dietetic student placements, multidisciplinary team nutrition training, audit, research and the development of the MTW dietetic service and associated treatment pathways.
We are a friendly, supportive and innovative department with a commitment to patient-centred care and best practice. If this sounds like an exciting step within your career, then we would love to read your application.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 500,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ over 6,500 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in clinical dietetics
- Previous experience working in the nutritional management of patients with morbid obesity and bariatric surgery
- Experience of undertaking clinical audit
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Knowledge of professional code of conduct and guidance issued by your professional body and adherence to these.
- Well established and in depth knowledge of a range of recent developments in practice
Desirable
- Experience of facilitating patient group sessions
- Knowledge of National guidelines relating to obesity and bariatric surgery e.g. NICE, BOMSS
- Knowledge of the types of bariatric surgery and the dietetic implications of these
Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements / decision making for highly specialist case management
- Excellent critical thinking skills including analytical, interpretation and reflection skills
- Highly developed negotiation and problem solving skills across a range of issues
- Well-developed concentration skills
- Caseload / workload management skills including clinical administration
- Self-knowledge and awareness
- Effective self management and taking personal responsibility.
- Managing relations with others
- Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills
- Excellent presentation skills both written and verbal - with individuals and groups
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise own workload
- Excellent team working
- Well-established IT/ computer skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Master's Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent relevant experience
- HCPC registration
- BDA Membership
Desirable
- Recognised post graduate course in obesity management
- Membership of specialist group.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in clinical dietetics
- Previous experience working in the nutritional management of patients with morbid obesity and bariatric surgery
- Experience of undertaking clinical audit
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Knowledge of professional code of conduct and guidance issued by your professional body and adherence to these.
- Well established and in depth knowledge of a range of recent developments in practice
Desirable
- Experience of facilitating patient group sessions
- Knowledge of National guidelines relating to obesity and bariatric surgery e.g. NICE, BOMSS
- Knowledge of the types of bariatric surgery and the dietetic implications of these
Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements / decision making for highly specialist case management
- Excellent critical thinking skills including analytical, interpretation and reflection skills
- Highly developed negotiation and problem solving skills across a range of issues
- Well-developed concentration skills
- Caseload / workload management skills including clinical administration
- Self-knowledge and awareness
- Effective self management and taking personal responsibility.
- Managing relations with others
- Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills
- Excellent presentation skills both written and verbal - with individuals and groups
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise own workload
- Excellent team working
- Well-established IT/ computer skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Master's Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent relevant experience
- HCPC registration
- BDA Membership
Desirable
- Recognised post graduate course in obesity management
- Membership of specialist group.
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).
