Dietitian

Job summary We are looking for an HCPC registered Dietitian to join ourfriendly and welcoming Tier 3 Weight Management Service in Barnsley.We are keen to hear form newly qualified Dietitians (orthose who are nearing the end of their training), in addition to existing Band5 Dietitians who may wish to flourish in a Tier 3 service.As a Band 5 Dietitian you will be responsible for managing acaseload of patients requiring dietetic support on their weight loss journeyvia several methods: one to one clinics and groups, delivered face to face andremotely, using evidence based practice and behaviour change techniques.
Both children and adults can be referred intoour service.The successful candidate will possess excellent teamworking, communication, organisation and time management skills, as well as beable to demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development.This is a community based role and applicants must have adriving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Atthe time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UKVisas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK.
We look forwardto receiving your application.
Main duties of the job As a Band 5 Tier 3 WeightManagement Dietitian you will:Manage a caseload of patients requiringdietetic support on their weight loss journeyBe able to adapt your approach to working withindividuals and groupsWork at a range of clinic sites acrossBarnsley, delivering one to one clinics and group sessionsWork alongside the Team Lead Dietitian, otherDietitians and Dietetic Assistant to meet the needs of the serviceHave a patient centred approach in line withour Trust valuesWork flexibly to meet the needs of the servicePossess excellentcommunication/interpersonal skills to negotiate and build rapport with patientsHave an understanding ofcurrent dietetic issues relating to obesity and weight managementWork in partnership with otherhealth professionals to provide holistic patient careWork with key members ofmultidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide individualised advice, support &care plans to patientsDemonstrate excellent timemanagement, prioritisation & organisational skillsParticipate in education &staff development, clinical supervision and the appraisal processContribute to the delivery ofdietetic student training About us Weare a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental healthand learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,Kirklees and Wakefield.
We also provide low and medium secure services and arethe lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.Our mission isto help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do thisby providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time.
We employstaff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make adifference to the lives of service users, families and carers.We encourageand welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we valuediversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.Beinga foundation Trust means were accountable to ourmembers, who can have a say in how were run.
Around 14,300 local people(including staff) are members of our Trust.Joinus and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improvingthe mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet andhelp each year.Weare committedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people andvulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share thiscommitment.We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description Job responsibilities Thisjob description is an outline of the main duties of the post.
The postholder will be required to undertakeother duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with thepostholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc/MSc or Post-graduate Diploma in Dietetics.
Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Desirable Evidence of other post-registration education and training.
Experience Essential Experience of working in a therapy setting across the health community (inpatients and outpatients).
Desirable Experience of training student dieticians.
Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrate commitment to professional and personal development.
Able to reflect on clinical practice to enhance competency.
Able to work independently and using own initiative Use time management skills to effectively organise, prioritise and manage a demanding caseload that may be subject to unforeseen changes.
Able to make informed clinical and non-clinical decisions under pressure.
Confident, enthusiastic, committed and displays proactive approach.
Adaptable and flexible around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary.
Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.
Desirable Member of British Dietetic Association.
Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Training Essential Demonstrate a willingness to undertake training as relevant to the role.
Desirable Appropriate membership to specialist dietetic interest group/s.
Behaviour change training level 1.
Clinical supervisory skills course.
Special Knowledge/ Skills Essential Can communicate specialist dietetic information in an understandable form to patients and carers on a one to one or group basis, and in written form.
Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work effectively as part of dietetic and multidisciplinary team.
Skilled in counselling and behaviour change techniques Able to assess and treat patients requiring dietetic intervention and to monitor and adapt dietetic treatment as appropriate.
Computer literate in Microsoft PowerPoint internet and Word.
Desirable Presentation/teaching skills.
Audit skills.