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Dietetic Assistant
NHS AfC: Band 3
''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website.
Trosolwg o'r swydd
We have an exciting role on offer for an enthusiastic person to join our friendly and supportive Dietetic team at Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Lancaster. The post will provide an excellent opportunity for the successful post holder to develop their knowledge and interest in Nutrition & healthcare along with their interpersonal, organisational and communication skills.
The successful candidate will support the Dietetic team by carrying out general administration duties and help in the day to day running of the department. In addition the successful candidate will support both Adult and Paediatric Dietitians with patient care.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
CLINICAL:
To:
- agree patient caseload with supervising Dietitian
- collect standard data from a wide range of sources
- undertake patient assessment & make recommendations for identified patients under the direction of supervising Dietitian
- support patients with appropriate menu choices.
- work with the Dietetic team, ward staff & other agencies to ensure smooth, safe care and discharge of patients
- abide by Policies & Procedures, Code of Professional Conduct, Health & Care Professionals Council and British Dietetic Association applicable to your role
COMMUNICATION:
To:
- maintain excellent communications with Dietetics and wider team
- discuss & explain nutrition information with individuals / carers
- liaise with catering regarding specific needs of patients
- record accurate clinical activity data & statistics
- provide appropriate advice in response to telephone enquiries referring to the clinical staff as required.
MANAGEMENT and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
To:
- effectively manage own time & caseload, with the support of the supervising dietitian.
- participate in clinical supervision
GOVERNANCE
To:
- be aware of relevant national legislation, professional standards of practice & organisational policies & procedures.
- maintain clinical records which are organised, factual, clear & accessible to any authorised person.
- be involved in audit.
- complete mandatory training as set out by UHMBFT.
- contribute to the development & implementation of service improvement plans
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
UHMBFT have excellent IT facilities and is committed to staff development and continuous professional development.
UHMBFT 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 & GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
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.
Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.
All newly appointed staff are subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6-month probationary period. This gives the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role & working environment.
Swydd ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
To 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/
Manyleb y person
Education & Qualifications
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Basic numeracy and literacy qualifications (e.g. GCSE level)
Meini prawf dymunol
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in relevant health & social care or equivalent
Expeience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Evidence of an interest in Nutrition & Health Care
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience in an NHS care situation
- Experience of working with the public
Skills, Ability & Knowledge
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Ability to work on own initiative within agreed boundaries
- Evidence of team working skills
- Effective communication skills, be able to communicate with a variety of patient groups and health professionals.
- Basic IT skills
- Understanding the need to maintain confidentiality
Meini prawf dymunol
- Basic knowledge of Nutrition
- Good Information Technology skills –e.g. EDCL qualification
- Knowledge of/understanding of professional code of conduct
Personal
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Reliable and capable of working with confidential and sensitive information
- Commitment to upholding Dietetic Assistant Code of Professional Conduct
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of job
Gofynion ymgeisio
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Tim Reid
- Teitl y swydd
- Team Manager Dietetics RLI / QVC
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 07855975313
- Gwybodaeth i gefnogi eich cais
Nutrition & Dietetics department at:
- Royal Lancaster Infirmary Tel 01524 519380
Rhestr swyddi gyda University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust yn Proffesiynau perthynol i iechyd neu bob sector