Band 5 Dietitian
| Posting date: | 08 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £37,259.00 to £45,356.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £37259.00 - £45356.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 August 2025 |
| Location: | London, SW17 0QT |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9200-25-0914 |
Summary
CLINICAL PRACTICE Practice autonomously, providing high quality clinical practice within the rotation, with support from supervisors as required Be proactive in clinical decision making underpinned by a basic level of theoretical and practical knowledge. Use clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis, treatment and discharge of service users in specialist area. Undertake holistic nutritional assessments including the calculation of nutritional requirements on the interpretation of biochemistry, anthropometry, clinical condition and other physical parameters in those with complex needs. To be experienced in the use of anthropometric equipment for assessment of nutritional status, such as bioelectrical impedance, callipers and hand grip dynamometer and interpretation of results. To develop a suitable dietetic treatment plan based on evidence-based practice and provide nutritional advice to service users, in collaboration with their carers, where needs are complex. This involves the interpretation and communication of complex and sensitive information in an understandable form. Where appropriate, to advise and liaise with the catering staff concerning the dietary needs for service users and to assist in instructing chefs on preparation of special meals as required. To adapt and analyse the menu cycle to ensure suitability for the service users and make recommendations to the site Catering Manager. Demonstrate some knowledge in relation to pattern of disease or disorder, marker of condition progression and range of treatment available at each stage of disorder or condition. To provide dietetic advice to the multidisciplinary team, through attendance and participation in multidisciplinary team meetings and ward rounds. To recommend and advise on the prescription of suitable cost effective ACBS products including oral nutritional supplements, enteral feeding products and gluten free products to service users within speciality, in line with SW London Alliance prescribing guidelines. To be responsible for ensuring written and electronic patient records are completed for all patient contacts including statistical activity data records in accordance with professional, departmental and trust standards. The ability to manage distressing situations, involving the treatment of terminally ill and very unwell patients. This results in exposures to complex situations and distressed clients and their relatives / carers. To ensure flexible service delivery and provide clinical cover for colleagues during periods of absence. LEADERSHIP To participate in the recruitment and selection of Dietetic assistants according to trust policy. To be responsible for the clinical supervision of student Dietitians following appropriate training To be proactive within the band 5 team, at times taking a leadership role in caseload management, and ensure safe practice by managing waiting lists, referrals and discharges. To be aware of Key Performance Indicators and provide data for reports for specialist service where applicable. EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE AND RESEARCH Contribute to audit and service evaluation to inform service improvement. Being aware of range of outcome and quality indices and measures Critically analyse research findings and their implications for practice. Review recent publications and research to ensure practice is evidence based and up to date. To be able to research, develop, produce and publish evidence-based departmental literature in the area of specialisation, including use of patient forums, in line with British Dietetic Association guidelines and those of other relevant expert organisations. FACILITATED LEARNING Maintain up to date skills and knowledge relevant to role and specialist area by engaging in a range of relevant learning and development activities. Where appropriate, to educate others in the healthcare team of the nutritional management of the specialist area including teaching for medical, nursing, therapies and community staff within the trust. Where appropriate to deliver education sessions to patients and their carers and to evaluate their effectiveness. To review and develop dietary information and education materials in the area of rotation, based on evidence-based practice. To participate in the training, supervision and assessment of pre-registration student Dietitians. Take advantage of education and training opportunities in line with their personal development plan. Undertake self-reflection in line with the CPD principles and to participate in the trust annual appraisal process. Advocate and contribute to continuous learning and development, evidence-based practice and succession planning.