Dietetic Assistant

Dietetic Assistant Huddersfield, England

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Full Time Huddersfield, England 22816 - 24336 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Do you have a passion for helping others and an interest in dietetics. Due to internal promotion a position has arisen for a dietetic assistant to support the inpatient dietitians.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Role includes helping the Dietitians to encourage patients’ with their nutritional intake. Carrying out initial assessment of patients, communicate their needs to the nursing team, monitor their results and assist the dietitian to ensure that the nutritional care plan is carried out effectively. Support the dietitians to facilitate a seamless transfer of care between acute and community settings.

This role will also involve liaising closely with a multidisciplinary team (e.g. dietetic, catering, medical / nursing and pharmacy staff) as well as families and carers. Excellent interpersonal skills and IT skills are essential. The role will also involve preparation and facilitation of presentations to patient groups and delivering training sessions for the wider health care team. You will be a key part of any health promotion campaigns which will raise the profile of dietetics, nutritional screening and the importance of good nutrition whilst in hospital.

With the guidance and support of the dietitians you will work directly with adult patients in an acute hospital setting, to ensure that they receive the best possible nutritional care. You will be supported by Dietetic Assistants and Dietetic Assistant Practitioners who are currently in post.

See job description and person specification for further detailed info re responsibilities and expectations of the role

Previous applicants need not apply.

Dietetic Assistant
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

www.nhs.uk
London, United Kingdom
Amanda Pritchard
$5 to $25 million (USD)
10000+ Employees
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