Specialist Dietitian - Oncology

Royal United Hospitals; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Bath is seeking a Dietitian to cover oncology and haematology outpatients. The role involves managing a personal caseload and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. Suitable for Band 5 Dietitians looking to specialize or Band 6 Dietitians interested in diverse areas. Opportunities for training and development are provided within a supportive and inclusive environment. Benefits include a focus on wellbeing and a rewarding work-life balance.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Opportunities for training and development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in oncology and haematology care.
• Ability to independently cover and prioritize a caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide Dietetic service for oncology and haematology outpatients.
• Support junior team members and contribute to training.
• Work collaboratively with the MDT.

Skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in MDT settings

Education

Band 5 or Band 6 Dietitian

Job description

Overview

This post will involve covering oncology outpatients, alongside the Band 7 Macmillan Dietitian. The post holder will carry their own caseload of oncology and haematology patients, including those being treated for pancreatic, lung and colo-rectal cancers. There will be MDT working with oncologists, clinical nurse specialists, Macmillan cancer support workers and the community teams, such as the Dorothy House Dietitian.

Responsibilities

• Provide a Dietetic service for oncology and haematology outpatients, which may involve face to face reviews, telephone reviews, virtual reviews, or joint reviews with other health professionals.
• Independently cover and prioritise a caseload, requiring good time management skills.
• Work with the Band 7 Macmillan Dietitian and the rest of the MDT to deliver effective, patient centred care; communicate effectively with patients and the MDT.
• Support more junior members of the team with supervision and contribute to developing competencies as part of this post.
• Actively contribute to student Dietitian training from the University of Plymouth and the University of Winchester.

Qualifications and Experience

• This post would suit a Band 5 Dietitian looking to specialise, or a Band 6 Dietitian interested in working in different areas.
• Experience or interest in oncology and haemato-oncology care and ability to work within MDT settings.

Training and Development

• Work, learn and develop alongside therapy colleagues in speech and language, physiotherapy and occupational therapy, based within a new, purpose built building.
• There will be supervision and opportunities to develop competencies as part of this post.

Site and Team

At the RUH we’re proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. We value everyone’s contribution in supporting exceptional, person-centred care.

Culture and Values

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment with staff networks, celebrating successes, listening and learning. Diversity is valued and seen as strengthening the team. A culture of learning, developing and innovating runs throughout the organisation, with support to help you thrive and reach your full potential. We value staff wellbeing, with a holistic approach to physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing.

Benefits and About the Area

We’ve got a pool and reward a healthy work-life balance. Learn about living and working in the historic city of Bath, the Dyson Cancer Centre, and our research-focused healthcare.

Contact and How to Apply

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Vicky Jane
Job title: Macmillan Dietitian
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]