Job summaryWe are seeking to recruit a Specialist Dietitian to join our Weight management and Type 2 Diabetes service.
Our Weight Management and Type 2 Diabetes team is a multidisciplinary service, delivering care across the health board through both in person and remote (virtual) services.
There are opportunities for flexible working and some work from home. This is a Health board wide service that aligns to the All Wales Weight Management Pathway so the ability to travel between Health board sites and community venues is essential.
The department fully encourages continuing professional development and offers numerous opportunities for both professional and personal development.
With protected sessions within our individual job plans, we actively support staff to participate and share learning opportunities and experiences.
We have 37.5 hours available and will consider flexible working arrangements to help you to achieve a good work-life balance.
Main duties of the job- To manage a defined caseload, using evidence based/client centred principles e.g. weight management.
- To assess, plan, evaluate and implement Dietetic interventions in specialist outpatient clinics and community care settings and including community visits and education sessions at community facilities.
- To implement aspects of the treatment plan with autonomy, taking sole responsibility for the patient's safety when undertaking community work.
- To work in partnership with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To maintain clinical records in accordance with legal requirements and professional standards.
- To develop skills and knowledge through continued personal and professional development.
- Demonstrates at all times, personal behaviour congruent with professional status.
- To promote and represent the Department and Organisation both internally and externally to the organisation and provide colleagues with professional advice and opinion in a professional manner
About usCwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job responsibilitiesWelsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see Welsh Language Guidance in the documents right at the bottom.
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person SpecificationQualifications and/or KnowledgeEssential- BSc. Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent Dietetic Degree/Qualification with state registration.
- Knowledge of current reports and publications underpinning this post.
- Awareness of current developments in dietetic practice.
Desirable- Behaviour modification training or motivational interviewing training and or skills.
ExperienceEssential- Postgraduate clinical experience, including this area of specialty.
- Experience of presenting to groups and delivering Group Education.
Aptitude and Abilities SkillsEssential- Demonstrate understanding and acknowledges motivational principles in relation to change management and gaining the co-operation of others.
- Computer literate with standard keyboard skills.
Desirable- Welsh language skills in Speaking/Listening at Level 3 or above
CircumstancesEssential- Ability to travel throughout Community and UHB sites in a timely manner.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
