Overview
Are you a band 5 dietitian looking to move on to the next step or a band 6 wishing to move into a different speciality? Are you interested in gaining more experience of working with more complex patients? If the answer is yes, then this job could be right for you!
About the Position
We are excited to offer a band 6 post working within our inpatient team. The work will involve covering our emergency floor, general medicine, endocrinology and haematology wards. There will also be the opportunity to cover an outpatient clinic and possibly shadow/gain experience of critical care.
Location
Worthing hospital is located 5 minutes walk from the sea and the vibrant town centre. The South Downs are close by and we have excellent links to London and Brighton.
Working Hours
This vacancy is full time, but we may consider a job share dependent on applicants.
Responsibilities
The role will include seeing patients who require complex dietetic input to optimise their nutritional status through oral and enteral feeding routes, including parenteral nutrition. You should have strong clinical skills and a good understanding of the challenges experienced by patients with a variety of health conditions. We are looking for a good team player who can manage a busy caseload. A high standard of personal organisation and time management are essential. Good communication skills and experience of MDT working are also required.
Benefits & Development
We are a research–active Therapy Service with strong links to the Trust Research and Innovation Committee and local HEIs. We continue to develop and support local clinical research activity and will support staff to develop clinical academic careers. The Therapies Service has a professional skills development programme that complements clinical knowledge and skills learning, which staff are encouraged to attend.
Contact
Please give us a call or come for an informal visit if you have any questions about the post.
Clare Thornton‑Wood, Principal DietitianTelephone: 01903 205111 (Ext 85594)
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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