About this role
Job summary
Are you looking to further your experience working in eating disorders?
We are currently recruiting for a part time Dietetic Assistant basis (30 hours / week), working on an adult specialist eating disorder unit in Marlborough, Wiltshire. This is a role within Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, offering a wealth of clinical experience and development opportunities.
We are a friendly, energetic and dynamic team who are proactive and visionary, focusing on excellent patient centred care. You will be based within the multidisciplinary team which includes Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Medics, Nursing and Psychology.
You will also be part of the wider growing and dynamic mental health dietetic team across Oxford Health. This includes Dietitians, Dietetic Assistants and Dietetic Apprentices specialising in mental health, based across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and BSW (Bath & NE Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire). The dietetic team covers a wide range of clinical specialities including adult eating disorders, adult mental health, children and young people, secure in-patient services, and mental health services for older people.
This role has been re-advertised, previous recent applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
This post will allow you the opportunity to develop your skills working with adults with an eating disorder and you will be involved in individual work, groupwork, quality improvement projects, catering as well as participating in eating with the patients.
The responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:
Gathering relevant clinical information from medical and nursing notes, care plans, drug charts, patients and carers Liaise with nursing staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team, for example, Occupational Therapists about the patient's nutritional plan Negotiate dietetic interventions in specified situations as per established protocols Assess meal plan compliance Regularly liaise with the supervising dietitian about all aspects of patients' nutritional care
There is a commitment to personal development and CPD and an expectation that all staff are involved in corporate departmental project work, audit/research and teaching of other healthcare professionals. All staff are actively involved in student training and we offering dietetic apprenticeships which all staff will also be involved in supporting. There is a strong AHP community within the Trust with significant opportunities to support integrated working and showcasing the achievements of AHPs within the Trust.
Please note, the responsibilities of this role are subject to the terms of the job description being evaluated
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience and skills; communication, working with distressed families/relatives/staff
Desirable
Working knowledge of the NHS
Qualifications Essential
Studied subjects related to food nutrition to at least A-level
Desirable
Nutrition or health related course completed at a university or college level
Patient Support Essential
Eating and supporting patients eat in different settings.
Desirable
Having worked in a mental health or eating disorder unit
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address Savernake Hospital
London Road
Marlborough
SN8 3HL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)