Dietitian

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Sutton Coldfield is seeking an enthusiastic dietitian to join their oncology team. The role involves providing nutrition and dietetic services to patients across various cancer journeys, supported by a dynamic team. Opportunities for professional development and engagement in service improvement projects are available. Candidates passionate about nutrition and multi-disciplinary teamwork are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Ability to provide effective nutrition and dietetic service to in and out patients.
• Motivated to work in a supportive multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Willingness to engage in service development and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of both in-patients and outpatients.
• Collaborate with a team of dietitians.
• Participate in service development alongside experienced specialists.

Skills

Nutritional support

Experience in oncology

Team collaboration

Multi-disciplinary approach

Job description

Are you interested in nutritional support, and would like to gain experince in oncology in a supportive MDT enviroment? Then this may be the job for you. An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated dietitian to join our team in sutton. There will be an opportunity to gain experience in patients with a variety of cancers (including head and neck and gastro-intestinal, haematology) at all aspects of their cancer journey. You will have a caseload of both in-patients and outpatient clinics and be supported by a team of dietitians.

This is an opportunity to work within the largest cancer centre in Europe and to build on your existing skills and experience. The hospital encourages professional and personal development through an in-service education programme and support for study leave. There is a perceptership program in place and there will be ample opportunities to extend your knowledge and skill within a specialist environment and you will be encouraged get involved in service development alongside experienced specialist dietitians and teaching.

The Nutrition and Dietetics service is part of the Therapies department which is committed to a philosophy that addresses the physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs of all individuals with cancer through a genuinely multi-disciplinary approach.

We’re world-renowned for our research and treatment of cancer and we have been awarded the Charter Mark for our commitment to excellence in patient care.

Provide the Royal Marsden Hospital with an effective and flexible nutrition and dietetic service to in and out patients. The post-holder will be a source of knowledge and expertise for, patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lucy Eldridge Job title: Head Of Dietetics, Associate Lead of Therapies Email address: [e-mail]