Highly Specialist Neuro Dietitian

Job description

Job summary

Due to maternity leave. we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 7 Specialist Neurology Dietitian to join our wider Neurosciences dietetic team, providing expert nutritional care to patients with complex neurological conditions.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills within a specialist area, working closely with the wider MDT to provide patient centred care. You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload, providing specialist assessment and treatment for patients across a range of conditions.

Working within on of the largest NHS organisations in the North West, you will be supported by an experienced dietetic team committed to high-quality patient care, service development and professional growth. Salford is home to the Manchester Centre for Clinical Neurosciences (MCCN), one of the largest neuroscience centres in the UK, providing specialist and tertiary services to patients across Greater Manchester and beyond. This offers a unique opportunity to develop advanced clinical expertise while working alongside leading specialists within a well-established neurosciences network.

Main duties of the job

- Deliver a specialist dietetic service for patients with complex neurological conditions. - Undertake nutritional assessments and develop individualised care plans. - Manage and prioritise a complex caseload, adapting interventions to meet changing patient needs. - Provide specialist advice on malnutrition, weight loss, dysphagia, oral nutritional supplements and enteral feeding. - Participate in multidisciplinary clinics, ward rounds and team meetings, contributing expert nutritional advice. - Work collaboratively with consultants, specialist nurses, speech and language therapists, therapists and community teams. - Support patients, carers and healthcare professionals through education, training and advice. - Facilitate safe discharge planning and continuity of nutritional care. - Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional and Trust standards. - Contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development activities. - Support and supervise students and junior members of the dietetic team where appropriate. - Maintain specialist knowledge and ensure practice is evidence-based and compliant with HCPC, BDA and Trust standards.
About us

Salford Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place with an outstanding reputation. Salford is the place which is taking bold, pioneering steps towards delivering a world class, fully integrated care system for adults. Twice rated Outstanding by the CQC, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust is responsible for delivering a range of community and primary care services and specialist services to Greater Manchester and beyond.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

Job description
Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• State registration with HCPC
• BSc degree or Post Grad/MSc in dietetics

Desirable

• Member of BDA
• Higher degree in nutrition related topic
• Post registration in nutrition support

Knowledge, skills

Essential

• High level of knowledge in relevant clinical area
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and work in MDT
• Ability to develop individualist nutrition car plans
• Experience of obtaining accurate anthropometric measurements
• Reflective practice and portfolio development skills
• High level of expertise in Nutrition support
• Computer literate
• Experience of student educator / supervision
• Ability to travel to other sites as required

Desirable

• Ability to interpret and analyse statistical data
• Evidence of CPD activities
• Member of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition Group for dietitians

Person Specification
Qualification

Essential

• State registration with HCPC
• BSc degree or Post Grad/MSc in dietetics

Desirable

• Member of BDA
• Higher degree in nutrition related topic
• Post registration in nutrition support

Knowledge, skills

Essential

• High level of knowledge in relevant clinical area
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and work in MDT
• Ability to develop individualist nutrition car plans
• Experience of obtaining accurate anthropometric measurements
• Reflective practice and portfolio development skills
• High level of expertise in Nutrition support
• Computer literate
• Experience of student educator / supervision
• Ability to travel to other sites as required

Desirable

• Ability to interpret and analyse statistical data
• Evidence of CPD activities
• Member of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition Group for dietitians

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Salford Royal Hospital

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD

United Kingdom

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