Dietitian - Part Time - Maximus

You need to live within a commutable distance of Cambridge. This is a part time role for 18.75 hours.

Be part of something great

Maximus is a global organisation that specialises in providing health and employment services to millions of people every year. Here in the UK we employ around 5,000 people across the country to deliver services that have a profound impact on people's lives. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care.

To assess and manage the dietetics needs of children and young people in the Cambridge and Peterborough contract. This role will be one of the lead roles in the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in the area and is a contract commitment.

Salary Range: Non-London £30,000 - £35,000

• To contribute to MDT triage, improving referral quality and optimisation of care prior to treatment.
• Conduct holistic dietetic assessments and interventions to advise children and families at an individual or group level
• To provide group or 1-1 interventions for children, young people and families
• Responsible for clear and accurate documentation of assessment findings and progress notes
• To work collaboratively on the service development of the MDT
• To support in educating internal and external staff and colleagues regarding dietetic management
• To uphold and inform clinical governance and safeguarding structures

Qualifications

BSc in nutrition and dietetics and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council

Membership of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) or alternative professional indemnity in place

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with mental health/learning disability clients in healthcare setting

Working with children

Multi-disciplinary working

Demonstrable experience of speaking to large groups

Desirable

Experience working in a weight management service

Motivational interviewing skills or behaviour change skills training

Experience of partnership working with a variety of stakeholders

Individual Competencies

Strong interpersonal skills including empathy, active listening, and effective communication.

Conduct appropriate clinical interviews inc. detailed history taking, dietetic assessment and risk
assessment.

Support medically and psychologically complex clients as part of the MDT

Ability to formulate a health care plan taking into consideration other elements of the multidisciplinary team.

Ability to design tailored talking-based interventions based on individual or family's needs.

Strong documentation skills

Ability to teach others at an appropriate level.

Maintain personal and professional development

EEO Statement

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