Band 7 - Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian, Nutrition and Dietetics

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Watford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Watford seeks an experienced Paediatric Dietitian with a specialist interest in diabetes to join our supportive Paediatric Dietetic team.

You will lead and develop the Paediatric Diabetes service, contribute to clinics, lead group education sessions and provide expert guidance to colleagues and patients within a dynamic MDT.

Qualifications

• Qualified paediatric dietitian with experience in diabetes care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Paediatric Diabetes service within a multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to specialist diabetes clinics and lead group education sessions.
• Act as a source of expertise for colleagues and patients.

Skills

Paediatric dietitian

Diabetes care

Teamwork

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Paediatric Dietitian with a specialist interest in diabetes to join our friendly and supportive Paediatric Dietetic team at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

You will become part of a supportive team of three Paediatric Dietitians within a wider department of 17 dietitians, covering a range of specialisms including neonates, cystic fibrosis, allergy and gastroenterology.

The team provides dietetic input across inpatient and outpatient services at Watford General Hospital.

Current clinics run on Tuesdays at Hemel Hempstead Hospital and Fridays at Watford General Hospital.

This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in paediatric diabetes care within a dynamic and supportive team.

In this role, you will lead and continue to develop the Paediatric Diabetes service within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.

You will contribute to specialist diabetes clinics, lead group education sessions, and act as a source of expertise for colleagues and patients alike.

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact [e-mail]

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We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

The department actively supports the training and supervision of student dietitians and offers development opportunities for other healthcare professionals.

There is potential for external course funding and ongoing professional development through our partnership with the University of Hertfordshire.

We are committed to delivering a quality, evidence-based service and encourage innovation, audit, and continuous learning through regular CPD activities, journal clubs, and study sessions.