Senior Dietetic & Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

Job summary

An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen within the physical health service within the Doncaster Care Group based at Tickhill Road Hospital, Doncaster. This bespoke position is a joint post between the dietetic and speech and language therapy services.

The successful candidate will support the Dietetic Services to deliver oral and enteral nutrition support, to patients in a range of health and social care settings. They will also support the Speech and Language Therapy Service supporting patients with dysphagia (swallowing problems) and communication needs.

This post would ideally suit someone who

• Is an advocate for holistic care
• Thrives when working as part of a team
• Wishes to refine/develop skills in specialist areas
• Is considering a career in speech and language therapy or dietetics.
• Would love the challenge of shaping and developing this first of its kind role
• Is flexible, forward thinking and adaptable to change

You will be a valuable part of friendly, positive and proactive integrated teams, and will be well supported by experienced team members.

Main duties of the job

• Assist in the assessment and treatment of patients under the guidance of a dietitian/speech and language therapist
• To manage own caseload and to provide a high standard of treatment and advice to meet the needs of patients within agreed guidelines and protocols.
• Provide advice and support to patients and carers throughout the patient pathway.
• Supports patients and carers in coming to terms with their condition, providing ongoing support, encouraging them to promote health and wellbeing.
• To work collaboratively with colleagues in health, social care, local authority and other agencies to meet the needs of patients.
• Deliver training sessions to patients, care home staff and community nursing staff
• To participate in student training and the induction programmes for new dietitians and speech and language therapists, students and assistant staff as required

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q