Dietetic Assistant Practitioner

2 weeks ago


Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Summary

This is a part-time role working with dietitians at Chesterfield Royal Hospital to support adults requiring nutrition and dietetic input who have had a stroke.

Main Duties of the Job

Under the supervision of a dietitian, the successful candidate will assess and advise adults who have had a stroke and will be supported to meet the required competencies within the first 6 months of being in post.

About Us

As a member of our team, you will work closely with dietitians to provide a client-centered nutrition and dietetic service for adults who have had a stroke. You will be responsible for obtaining and reviewing information from various sources, including anthropometric data, biochemical results, and nutritional intake.

Key Responsibilities

  1. To provide a client-centered nutrition and dietetic service for adults who have had a stroke.
  2. To obtain and review information from various sources, including anthropometric data, biochemical results, and nutritional intake.
  3. To advise, monitor, and support adults according to agreed protocols, reporting progress to supervising dietitians.
  4. To communicate complex nutritional information to adults, carers, and staff where there may be barriers to communication and understanding.
  5. To organize dietetic assessments, treatments, and support for adults who have had a stroke, including delivery of samples of oral nutritional supplements, arranging appointments or visits, and liaison with other agencies.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

  • Higher Apprenticeship Level 5 / Foundation Degree / Diploma (QCF 3 / Level 4 NVQ) or the equivalent in a related subject.

Experience

  • Experience of working in a healthcare support worker role.
  • Experience of working with individuals who are malnourished.

Skills and Knowledge

  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
  • Good time management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
  • Good prioritization skills.
  • Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, HCPC Standards, and Safeguarding Children.

Personal Attributes

  • Good verbal communication skills.
  • Professional appearance and manner.
  • Flexible approach to work.
  • Awareness of own boundaries and when to report back to supervisors.

Demonstrates our Proud to CARE Values

  • Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement.

Other Factors

  • Ability to effectively fulfill the travel requirements of the post.


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