Advanced Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian

NHS; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a dedicated Dietitian to join a supportive team as a Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian. In this part-time role, you'll manage a diverse caseload of Paediatric patients, enhancing your skills in a collaborative environment. You'll work closely with a range of professionals to provide comprehensive care across both acute and primary settings. This role is perfect for those looking to advance their expertise in a dynamic healthcare setting, making a real difference in the lives of children with diabetes. If you're enthusiastic and self-motivated, this position could be the perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Specialist level Paediatric Dietetic experience required.
• Post registration experience in Diabetes Dietetics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of Paediatric patients with Diabetes.
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals across care boundaries.

Skills

Paediatric Dietetic knowledge

Diabetes Dietetic knowledge

Advanced assessment skills

Team working skills

Flexibility

Self-motivated

Education

Post graduate Paediatric Dietetic qualification

Leadership / first line management training

Job description

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

An exciting vacancy has arisen for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Dietitian to work as a Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian for Morecambe Bay Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This part time (0.5wte) post would ideally be suited to a specialist Dietitian looking to advance their skills and knowledge or an advanced Dietitian with relevant clinical experience.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for managing a complex caseload of Paediatric patients with Diabetes. You will be joining a supportive and experienced team of Consultants, Specialist Nurses, Dietitians, Dietetic Assistants and supporting admin and clerical staff who are responsible for providing a service across social and health care boundaries. You will work closely with the Paediatric Diabetes team, Dietitians and other professionals in both acute and primary care.

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for further details.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

• Post graduate Paediatric and / or Diabetes Dietetic qualification
• Leadership / first line management training

Experience

• Post registration Paediatric Dietetic experience at a Specialist level or above

Skills, ability and knowledge

• Paediatric Dietetic knowledge, skills and experience at Specialist or above level
• Diabetes Dietetic knowledge, skills and experience at Specialist or above level
• Advanced assessment, observation, and evaluation and reporting skills.
• Evidence of contribution to effective team working
• Self motivated and enthusiastic
• Able to work flexibly to meet unexpected or unusual requirements
• Ability to travel between sites

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per annum pro rata