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Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position
The post is based within North Ayrshire, which has excellent commuting links to and from Glasgow, and will work alongside Dietitians and Dietetic Support Worker colleagues to support effective delivery of dietetic care.
What you will do:
We are seeking to enhance a well-established Neurological Rehabilitation Service with Dietetic input to support the transformation and delivery of nutritional care to people living with a range of acquired, congenital and degenerative neurological conditions including brain injury, MND, Multiple Sclerosis and HD.
You will have the opportunity to work within interdisciplinary team across the In-Patient Neurorehabilitation Ward, Out-Patients and delivery of care within the home or homely environment. You will also contribute to the local delivery of care for patients experiencing major neurological trauma as part of the West of Scotland Major Trauma Network.
The post will have a mixed general caseload made up of community visits to patient’s own homes, outpatient clinics and virtual appointments/ group sessions. The role may also include teaching to health, social and third sector colleagues.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
This post is ideal for either existing Band 6 dietitians looking for a career change or Band 5 dietitians with experience and ready to take the next step in their career.
You will possess excellent communication and organisational skills; be flexible and adaptable; have the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a specialist team as well as be an active member of the Dietetic team. You will have a broad range of Dietetic experience including enteral feeding.
You should possess an Honours degree/postgraduate diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. Experience in a variety of specialties and settings is essential. Evidence of competencies and skills required to deliver this post is essential e.g. excellent interpersonal skills, excellent team working and robust prioritisation and time management skills.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
37 per week - flexible working arrangements or consideration of part-time hours
UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
UK driving licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Suzanne Kean 07977983540
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