Paediatric Dietitian (Cystic Fibrosis)

Job overview

Permanent | 22 hours per week

We're looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate dietitian to join our Paediatric Cystic Fibrosis team, giving an opportunity gain experience in a specialist area within a nationally renowned children's hospital.

Previous experience in paediatric and cystic fibrosis dietetics is preferable, but not essential as full support and training is provided. You’ll join our multidisciplinary team, working across both inpatient and outpatient settings to deliver a specialist service. Your work will be based on evidence and best practice guidelines, and you’ll develop your skills in this rewarding and dynamic field.

You’ll also participate in the Sheffield dietetic student training programme, supporting student dietitians on placements.

If you're committed to working with children and their families, and this role sounds right for you, we welcome your application to become part of our team!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Dietetic Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Manage a caseload of inpatients, outpatients, and telephone consultations, providing dietetic advice and developing personalised care plans.
• Assess nutritional needs, prescribe treatment, and collaborate with MDTs to adjust care plans.
• Maintain accurate records, support safe patient discharge, and collaborate with relevant agencies and catering services.
• Deliver high-quality education to healthcare professionals, adapting teaching methods and resources to meet diverse learning needs, including communication and psychological challenges.
• Participate in clinical audits, review new research, and contribute to the development of evidence-based dietetic procedures.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information, using counselling skills to build rapport and adapt methods to ensure understanding across diverse needs.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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