Description

• Job title: Registered Dietitian

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• Employer: Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

• Location: Roseberry Park Hospital, Middlesbrough, TS4 3AF, United Kingdom.

• Salary: Advertised at around £32,073–£39,043 per annum (NHS AfC Band 5, pro rata).

• Employment type: Fixed-term contract/secondment for 12 months.

• Work arrangement: In person, part-time (30 hours per week).

Job overview:

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified Registered Dietitian to join its specialist dietetic team within the Secure Inpatient Services. The successful candidate will provide nutritional assessment, advice and treatment to patients experiencing mental health conditions, learning disabilities and autism in an inpatient environment.

This position offers an opportunity to develop specialist clinical knowledge and practical experience in mental health dietetics. The role focuses particularly on obesity, obesity-related health conditions, disordered eating and refeeding syndrome. Although previous experience in mental health services is desirable, it is not essential, as the Trust provides specialist training, clinical supervision and professional development opportunities.

The successful applicant will work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, evidence-based nutritional care. There will also be opportunities to participate in clinical audits, research, policy development, service improvement and the training of staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop appropriate dietary care plans for patients within the Secure Inpatient Services.

• Provide specialist dietetic support to individuals experiencing mental health conditions, learning disabilities and autism.

• Assess and manage patients with obesity and obesity-related medical conditions.

• Support patients experiencing disordered eating and those at risk of refeeding syndrome.

• Deliver evidence-based nutritional interventions to improve patients’ health, wellbeing and recovery.

• Undertake clinical responsibilities independently while contributing effectively to multidisciplinary team activities.

• Monitor patients’ nutritional progress and review treatment plans according to their individual needs.

• Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and patient-centred care.

• Participate in clinical audits, research activities and the development of clinical policies.

• Contribute to the development and improvement of dietetic pathways and services.

• Support the training and professional development of healthcare staff and students.

• Maintain professional standards and work in accordance with relevant clinical guidelines and organisational policies.

Requirements

• Possession of an appropriate professional qualification in dietetics or evidence that the qualification is pending.

• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), or registration pending.

• International applicants must demonstrate an IELTS English language proficiency level of 7.

• Experience working across different areas of dietetic practice through student placements or postgraduate employment.

• Understanding of professional standards and their practical application in clinical settings.

• Awareness of the healthcare needs of individuals with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities.

• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Good communication, organisational and clinical decision-making skills.

• Knowledge of evidence-based practice in the relevant specialist area is desirable.

• Previous experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions, learning disabilities or autism is desirable but not essential.

• Postgraduate training in a relevant specialist area is an added advantage.

• Knowledge of clinical risk assessment and its application in practice is desirable.

• Applicants must have appropriate UK professional registration and be prepared to undergo the required DBS checks.

Benefits

• Competitive NHS salary: Annual salary ranging from £32,073 to £39,043, pro rata, depending on experience and applicable pay arrangements.

• Professional development: Opportunities to develop specialist knowledge and clinical skills in mental health and secure inpatient dietetics.

• Clinical supervision: Regular supervision and guidance from experienced dietitians and clinical specialists.

• Training opportunities: Access to the Trust’s preceptorship programme, specialist learning networks and Band 5 peer support network.

• Career progression: Opportunities to develop expertise in obesity management, disordered eating, refeeding syndrome and other specialist areas.

• Research and service development: Involvement in clinical audits, research, policy development and service improvement initiatives.

• Team collaboration: Opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare professionals within a large specialist mental health, learning disability and autism dietetic team.

• Visa sponsorship: The Trust may offer Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship, subject to the applicant meeting the relevant immigration requirements and the position being eligible.

• Equal opportunities: The Trust welcomes applications from individuals with different backgrounds and experiences, including those with lived experience of mental ill health or learning disabilities.

• DBS reimbursement: The Trust states that it will reimburse the annual subscription fee for the DBS Update Service where applicable.

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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