NHS Dietitian -Spinal and medicine for older people

Location Aylesbury
Job type Contract
Salary £25 - 30 per hour
Consultant Alex Blackwell
Call +44 7429 448147
Reference 232044

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Job Opportunity: Band 6/7 Dietitian within Spinal and Medicine for Older People in Aylesbury (UK), earning £25 to £30 per hour. Flexible hourly arrangements with an ongoing contract, covering four days a week. This is an exciting chance for an adventurous dietitian to join the dynamic team at the National Spinal Injuries Centre and the Medicine for Older People wards. If you have the right mix of expertise and enthusiasm, we want to hear from you.

Perks and benefits:
- Enjoy the flexibility of locum work, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life with ease. You'll have the freedom to choose your working schedule, adding more adventure to your career.
- Competitive pay rates. We value your skills and experience and offer a competitive hourly rate to match.
- Gain valuable experience at a renowned centre. Working at the National Spinal Injuries Centre enhances your CV and broadens your expertise in a reputable environment.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities to keep you at the forefront of the dietetic field.
- Relish the supportive and welcoming team environment, where your contributions are appreciated, and your growth is encouraged.

What you will do:
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients in the spinal and older adult medicine units.
- Develop and implement personalised nutrition care plans, focusing on nutrition support and enteral feeding.
- Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
- Provide patient and caregiver education on nutrition and diet, supporting healthy eating choices and improved health outcomes.
- Plan and facilitate enteral feeding discharge, ensuring a smooth transition from the hospital.

Requirements of the Dietitian:
- Degree or equivalent in dietetics.
- Recent UK experience working as a Dietitian.
- Registered with the HCPC to work in the UK.
- Experience as a Band 6 Dietitian specialising in nutrition support, enteral feeding, and obesity management.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Aylesbury is a fantastic place to live and work, boasting a charming mix of historic and modern amenities. With scenic countryside on your doorstep and excellent transport links to London and beyond, Aylesbury offers the perfect backdrop for both your professional life and personal adventures. Join us and discover why so many choose to call Aylesbury home.

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