Advanced Paediatric Dietitian

Job title:

Advanced Paediatric Dietitian

Company

NHS

Job description

Main area: Advanced Dietitian – PaediatricsGrade: NHS AFC Band 7Contract: Fixed term (Maternity leave cover)Site: Royal Lancaster InfirmaryTown: LancasterHours: 31 (0.83 wte)Salary: £46,148 – £52,809 per annum pro rataJob overview Are you looking for an opportunity to work within Paediatric Dietetics? We are looking for a enthusiastic and self-motivatedDietitian to join our team at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay for a part time position (0.83 wte) 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave from March 2025. The post is based at Royal Lancaster Hospital but there may be the occasional need to travel to Furness General Hospital.Main duties of the jobThe post will cover both inpatient and outpatient work and you will responsible for managing a complex caseload covering a wide range of clinical areas including nutrition support, enteral feeding, gastroenterology, food allergies, feeding problems, Neonates and Eating Disorders. We work very closely with the entire paediatric MDT, including consultants, specialist nurses, psychologists, ward and support staff as well as health visitors, children’s community nurses and speech and language therapists.This post offers excellent opportunities for professional and personal development. You will have the opportunity to work on audit and also be involved in student training.Hours are negotiable and we would like to hear from you if you are interested in this role. We are happy to be flexible and work with the right person in a way that meets everyone needs.We can offer flexible working patterns and working days/hours. We would be very happy to have a conversation about specific areas of interest in the speciality as well how your skill set fits with our service and your development needs. Applicants must be HCPC registered dietitians.About usWe operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.Date posted16 January 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rataContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternPart-timeReference number331-C12091224-AJob locationsRoyal Lancaster InfirmaryAshton RoadLancasterLA1 4RPJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/Successful candidate is required to attend assessment centre for face to face interview Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/Successful candidate is required to attend assessment centre for face to face interviewPerson SpecificationEducation and QualifcationsEssential

• HCPC Registered Dietitian
• Post graduate Paediatric Dietetic Qualification(s)

Desirable

• Leadership / Management Qualification

ExperienceEssential

• Post registration experience in Paediatric Dietetics
• Experience as a supervisor of student dietitian training

Desirable

• Research and clinical audit experience

Skills, ability and knowledgeEssential

• Dietetic knowledge, skills and experience at specialist level or above.
• Ability to work autonomously and set own prioriries.
• Supervisory and appraisal skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships and teams

Personal QualitiesEssential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly

Person SpecificationEducation and QualifcationsEssential

• HCPC Registered Dietitian
• Post graduate Paediatric Dietetic Qualification(s)

Desirable

• Leadership / Management Qualification

ExperienceEssential

• Post registration experience in Paediatric Dietetics
• Experience as a supervisor of student dietitian training

Desirable

• Research and clinical audit experience

Skills, ability and knowledgeEssential

• Dietetic knowledge, skills and experience at specialist level or above.
• Ability to work autonomously and set own prioriries.
• Supervisory and appraisal skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships and teams

Personal QualitiesEssential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly

Expected salary

£46148 – 52809 per year

Location

Lancaster

Job date

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 08:54:31 GMT

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