Mediplacements are seeking a driven and motivated band 6 Adult Dietitian to work at our client's hospital in Surrey.

The pay for this position is £23-£28 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for a 3 month duration.

PURPOSE OF JOB:
* To provide a professional dietetic service in a variety of settings
* To act as a dietetic resource for the speciality and associated clinical groups
* To provide assessment, treatment and management of patients within a speciality, whom may have complex and/or chronic presentation, and maintain associated records
* To provide complex outpatient clinics as required
* To contribute to the service development, efficiency and safety in the dietetic department
* To contribute to policy and policy changes
* To undertake evidence-based projects and to develop audit and research in this area
* To support supervision of student dietitians and junior colleagues

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical
* To be responsible as an autonomous practitioner and to undertake a complex clinical caseload
* To undertake comprehensive assessment of patients using investigative and analytical skills and seek guidance from senior staff as required
* To devise an individualised dietetic management and/or treatment plan using clinical reasoning and make decisions regarding and formulate skills to utilise a range of treatment options in formulating a programme of care, carry out nutritional diagnosis and prescribe ACBS products for conditions where there are limited professional clinical guidelines
* To maintain a high standard of clinical care using evidence-based practises and evaluate the outcomes
* To keep up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research and discussing and implementing changes in clinical practice.
* To be responsible for implementing the standards and policies within your speciality and/or department, and where applicable, propose changes to working practises
* To demonstrate a sound understanding of clinical governance, clinical risk and to demonstrate the use of treatment plans with an evidence-based link
* To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your professional activities working within codes of practise and professional guidelines
* This role may require emotional resilience in distressing and emotional circumstances e.g. in working with terminally ill patients. The Trust has a focus on wellbeing and there are resources available for individuals and teams.
* To be able to multi-task and work in an environment with constant interruptions where intense concentration is required
* This job may involve exposure to unpleasant working conditions e.g. unpleasant odours
* To demonstrate a physical ability to perform light physical effort required to meet job demands
* To be responsible for the safe use of equipment used in carrying out dietetic duties and adhering to the Trust's medical devices policy
* To utilise dietary assessment software

When you work with Mediplacements, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training.

If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.

Apply now to take the next step in your dietetics career.