Job summary
Are you looking for a part time dietetic position that will enable you to start or progress your career journey?
An opportunity has arisen at Southend University Hospital, whereby you would work alongside another Band 5 dietitian with the support of a friendly team of band 6 and 7 dietitians to provide the delivery of dietetic services to the inpatient wards, outpatient general clinics and delivery of staff training. There is also the opportunity to help support the outpatient oncology service, which will help develop both clinical and counselling skills.
We are a proactive dietetic team that strive for continual improvement. There will be the opportunity for you be involved with projects, audits and service developments. You will also be involved in the delivery of student training.
By joining our team, you will be made to feel welcomed, supported and valued.
Main duties of the job
Our band 5 roles at Southend Hospital offer an excellent range of clinical experience working alongside specialist dietitians who are available to provide support and training to support your development.
Your role will include:
- Managing a specific caseload of outpatients and inpatients.
- Providing nutrition training to ward staff and patients.
- Managing your workload and own time effectively with regards to clinical priority.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description.
We look forward to your application!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description.
We look forward to your application!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified dietitian - degree level
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- British Dietetic Association membership
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Interest in a range of conditions
- MDT working
- Ability to promote the role of nutrition in clinical & health promotion settings
- Good written communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in an NHS setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified dietitian - degree level
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- British Dietetic Association membership
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Interest in a range of conditions
- MDT working
- Ability to promote the role of nutrition in clinical & health promotion settings
- Good written communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in an NHS setting
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).
