Why might this job interest you?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and dynamic dietitian, to join the community team at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS working predominately at Southport Hospital but there may be some days needed at Ormskirk Hospital also. This post would suit an experienced dietitian. The purpose of this role is to provide a dietetic service to in-patients in Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals, mainly but not exclusively in nutrition support. The post-holder will manage their own caseload of adult patients - being allocated their own wards which will include medical and surgical wards.
Responsibilities of this job role
If you are successful in your application to this post, you will be expected to manage and deliver on the responsibilities outlined below - as well as those not included here, call today to discuss further:
- As part of the dietetic team, the post- holder will cover and support the clinical workload of other dietitians, e.g. during annual leave. Where appropriate they will provide support to less experienced dietitians within the team.
- To educate and train other health professionals including nurses, doctors, junior staff and student dietitians in relation to adult nutritional issues.
- · To participate in the supervision of student dietitians on clinical placement and for work experience students.
- · To contribute to policy development on matters relating to nutrition and dietetics.
To be successful in applying for this role you will need:
HCPC registered.
Dietetics degree or equivalent.
UK Driving License/Use of a car for work essential.
In addition to experience, all Qualified roles will be required to provide evidence of
- Relevant Qualifications
- Registration with the relevant Registration Body if applicable.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
- Putting People in Places to Care - be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
- Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
- Blue Light Card - NHS Discount Provider
- First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
- Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
- Working options to suit your lifestyle?- being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
- Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSP's own academy.
- Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
- Being part of the NHSP Community means you'll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.