Advanced Head and Neck Oncology Dietitian

NHS Jobs; Brighton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Advanced Head and Neck Oncology Dietitian to conduct nutritional assessments, facilitate enteral feeding, and support patients through various clinical processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in patient management and clinical administration, making a significant impact in patient care within the oncology department.

Qualifications

• Experience in nutritional assessment and management.
• Knowledge of enteral feeding.
• Ability to facilitate patient support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and diagnoses.
• Facilitate enteral and home enteral feeding.
• Attend MDMs and clinics.

Job description

Advanced Head and Neck Oncology Dietitian

Nutritional assessment, diagnosis, management and treatment. Facilitating enteral and home enteral feeding Pre-treatment and prehabilitation. Attendance at MDMs and clinics Patient support. Clinical administration Clinical governance - risk management, audit, quality improvement, research. Education, mentoring and training to others. CPD Cross site and partnership working