Senior Specialist Dietitian

• To carry out clinical dietetic assessments and offer and evaluate evidence based interventions for patients in inpatient and outpatient settings in collaboration with patients, relatives and other health care professionals and support staff.
• To hold responsibility for own and / or shared caseload
• Maintain clinical records in line with local / Trust documentation guidelines.
• To work within National and Trust policies / guidelines; and HCPC and BDA standards and codes of conduct including taking responsibility for own continued professional development.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and audit work.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Essential: - oDegree in Nutrition and Dietetics oHCPC registration oRelevant post graduate master's level qualification OR equivalent evidence of clinical dietetic development in specialist field oDocumented evidence of continuous professional Development related to specialist area oClinical Supervisory Training (students)

Desirable: - oBDA member oMember of relevant BDA specialist interest group oTeaching Qualification oAdvanced communication skills training oPresentation skills training oLeadership training oHealthcare assessment module and prescribing (only if role has an identified need for prescribing)

Essential: - oSignificant clinical post graduate dietetic including experience in specialist clinical area oEvidence of managing highly complex situations oExcellent clinical knowledge of the nutritional management of a wide variety of clinical conditions based on current best practice oExperience of leading on group and individual dietetic sessions including preparation, delivery and evaluation oSignificant experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team oExperience of supervising, mentoring and appraising colleagues oCan give examples of leading on quality initiatives, audit and / or service improvement work (or oresearch if applicable to post)

Desirable: - oExperience of line management oExperience in research

Essential: - oIn depth dietetic knowledge in specialist area acquired through degree qualification and continuous professional development oIn depth knowledge of national strategy, policy and guidance relevant to post and how they an be applied in planning of services oKnowledge of current issues and research relevant to specialist clinical area oAware of the different communication needs within a culturally diverse community and how this may impact on professional practice oSound knowledge of principles of clinical governance

Desirable: - oPost registration training in behavioural change and motivational interviewing

Essential: - oAble to communicate with clients using expert dietary counselling, motivational and negotiation skills oAble to anaylse highly complex information and make judgements on dietetic issues oAble to adapt written and oral communication style to meet the needs of various audiences including people from a variety of backgrounds and communication needs without risk of misunderstanding oKeyboard and IT skills to support clinical practice oFlexible approach and willingness to adapt to change oClinical supervision skills

Essential: - oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)