Diabetes Specialist Dietitian

Job Summary

A great opportunity has come up to join Salford Integrated Diabetes Team.

Working in the community within an established service, this role will focus on patient education, aiming to evolve in innovative ways, while also aiding clinic workloads and involvement with diabetes and technology.

The post holder will:

• Support and develop patient education programs for individuals with diabetes.
• Work with patients with various complex needs in the diabetes field.
• Deliver and audit structured patient education programs.
• Manage Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes cases.
• Provide primary care for diabetes patients.

Evaluate and treat a patient caseload while keeping autonomous records.

Assist patients through structured education programs and contribute to organizing relevant education initiatives and clinical services alongside the Highly Specialist Dietitian.

Main Job Duties

The post holder will effectively deliver, update, and enhance education programs for patients.

Conduct audits on current education programs and propose service improvements based on results.

Take clinical responsibility for a designated patient caseload and organize efficiently based on clinical priorities and time management.

About Us

Salfords Integrated diabetes service is a well-established team focused on patient care, empowerment, and excellence. The successful post holder will work with an experienced multidisciplinary team alongside Highly Specialist Dietitians and Diabetes Specialist nurses.

This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your diabetes knowledge and be part of an inspired and innovative service.

Job Responsibilities

To learn more about this role and the main job duties, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification documents. You can also find additional information about working at the Northern Care Alliance in the Candidate Information Pack provided or on our careers website.

In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme, we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities, as they are currently underrepresented at this level of post. Selection will be based solely on merit.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Bsc Nutrition and Dietetics
• State Registration (HCPC)

Desirable

• X-pert Trained
• BDA Member

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrated relevant Post Graduation Experience
• Experience in Diabetes field
• Conducted Group Education sessions

Desirable

• Autonomy in work
• Contributed to service development/audit

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrated strong communication skills
• Patient and Professional Education
• Active Continuous Professional Development

Desirable

• CPD related to diabetes