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South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • York, +3

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  • You must be a qualified dietitian, able to work 37.5hrs/week, travel across areas, and engage in community and acute rotations. Supervision and a preceptorship program are provided.
  • You will provide patient nutrition support, deliver education sessions, train other health professionals, and gain experience across diverse clinical specialities in various hospital and community settings.

Requirements

  • 37.5hrs per week
  • Permanent
  • Grade AFC Band 5
  • An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic dietitian to join our friendly and dynamic team at The South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
  • We have rotational posts based across our 3 hospital bases. Our service covers the 2 main hospital sites - the Friarage Hospital, Northallerton and The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, in addition to our community services across the Redcar and Cleveland community locality and the Hambleton & Richmond community locality.
  • The Band 5 rotational posts offer an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a broad range of specialities.
  • The acute rotations include experience within specialities such as stroke, surgery, neurology, cardiology, general and respiratory medicine, gastroenterology, orthopaedics, older people’s medicine and spinal injuries.
  • The community rotations include nutritional support, diabetes, enteral feeding, gastroenterology and paediatrics in community clinics, community wards and care homes. You will be involved in the delivery of group education sessions to patients and their carers.
  • The postholder will also be regularly involved in the education of other health care professionals, care home staff and support workers.
  • You will be given supervision and support from experienced Dietitians to enable you to develop your skills and gain experience in specialist areas. You will undertake a one year preceptorship programme.
  • We encourage staff to get involved in exploring new ways of working and service developments, with opportunities for CPD along the way.
  • After a period of 6 months, and following clinical supervisory skills training, you would be fully involved in the training of student Dietitians.
  • Due to the nature of some of the rotations you will need to be able to travel across the South Tees and Hambleton and Richmondshire localities.
  • Our service bases are in an ideal location surrounded by beautiful countryside, market towns and villages and within easy reach of the East Coast, North Yorkshire Moors and Scotland. We are served by good travel networks, within easy reach of the A1M motorway; cities such as Newcastle, Durham, York and Leeds are very accessible via the East Coast main line train service. We are also close to three international airports – Teesside, Leeds Bradford and Newcastle.
  • Hospital accommodation is available on the James Cook University Hospital site in Middlesbrough, should it be required.
  • For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Donohoe Job title: Clinical Lead Dietitian (Paediatrics) Email address: sarah.donohoe@nhs.net Telephone number: 01642 944455
  • Alternative contacts are Gemma Whitfield and Clare Lord-Hatton, Operational Managers via 01642 854777.

Responsibilities

  • - An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic dietitian to join our friendly and dynamic team at The South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
  • - We have rotational posts based across our 3 hospital bases.
  • - Our service covers the 2 main hospital sites - the Friarage Hospital, Northallerton and The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, in addition to our community services across the Redcar and Cleveland community locality and the Hambleton & Richmond community locality.
  • - The Band 5 rotational posts offer an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a broad range of specialities.
  • - The acute rotations include experience within specialities such as stroke, surgery, neurology, cardiology, general and respiratory medicine, gastroenterology, orthopaedics, older people’s medicine and spinal injuries.
  • - The community rotations include nutritional support, diabetes, enteral feeding, gastroenterology and paediatrics in community clinics, community wards and care homes.
  • - You will be involved in the delivery of group education sessions to patients and their carers.
  • - The postholder will also be regularly involved in the education of other health care professionals, care home staff and support workers.
  • - You will be given supervision and support from experienced Dietitians to enable you to develop your skills and gain experience in specialist areas.
  • - You will undertake a one year preceptorship programme.
  • - We encourage staff to get involved in exploring new ways of working and service developments, with opportunities for CPD along the way.
  • - After a period of 6 months, and following clinical supervisory skills training, you would be fully involved in the training of student Dietitians.
  • - Due to the nature of some of the rotations you will need to be able to travel across the South Tees and Hambleton and Richmondshire localities.
  • - Hospital accommodation is available on the James Cook University Hospital site in Middlesbrough, should it be required.

FAQs

What is the working hours for the Dietitian position?

The Dietitian position is for 37.5 hours per week.

Is the Dietitian position permanent?

Yes, this is a permanent position.

What is the salary grade for this role?

The salary grade for this role is AFC Band 5.

Where will I be based as a Dietitian?

You will be based across three hospital sites: the Friarage Hospital in Northallerton, The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, and various community services in the Redcar and Cleveland locality and the Hambleton & Richmond community locality.

What specialities will I gain experience in?

You will gain experience in a broad range of specialities including stroke, surgery, neurology, cardiology, general and respiratory medicine, gastroenterology, orthopaedics, older people's medicine, spinal injuries, and various community-based specialties such as nutritional support, diabetes, enteral feeding, and paediatrics.

Will there be opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD)?

Yes, there will be opportunities for continuing professional development throughout your time in the role.

Is there support and supervision available for new Dietitians?

Yes, you will receive supervision and support from experienced Dietitians to help develop your skills, as well as undertake a one-year preceptorship programme.

Will I be involved in educating other health care professionals?

Yes, you will be regularly involved in the education of other health care professionals, care home staff, and support workers.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, due to the nature of some rotations, you will need to be able to travel across the South Tees and Hambleton and Richmondshire localities.

Is hospital accommodation available?

Yes, hospital accommodation is available on the James Cook University Hospital site in Middlesbrough, if required.

How can I contact someone for more information about the position?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Sarah Donohoe, Clinical Lead Dietitian (Paediatrics) at sarah.donohoe@nhs.net or by telephone at 01642 944455. Alternative contacts include Gemma Whitfield and Clare Lord-Hatton, Operational Managers via 01642 854777.

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South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1993
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency care, elective surgery, and specialized treatments. Their mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care that enhances the health and well-being of the communities they serve. They prioritize safety, innovation, and continuous improvement in service delivery. By fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals and engaging with patients, they aim to create a supportive environment that addresses individual needs, ensuring accessible and effective care for all.