Highly Specialised Dietitian

Interested in taking the lead in weight management? Want to work in a dynamic multi-disciplinary team? Then our band 7 dietetic post could be just what you’re looking for.

We are a successful tier 3 specialist weight management team providing an innovative service to Blackpool and the Fylde coast. We strive to bring the best of evidence-based practice to our client group and support our patients with a wide range of treatment options.

You would be part of our expanding and evolving specialist team which comprises of Dietitians, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Experienced Assistant Practitioners, Consultant Endocrinologist and Administrative Support. We work in partnership with our Patients to bring about meaningful behavioural change and long lasting health outcomes .

Taking in patient cohorts 3 times a year, we work collaboratively with our patients following clear care pathways. We are proud of our caseload management which allows us to provide the intensive service our patients need.

Our team and organisation is committed to support staff through job planning, CPD opportunities and manageable caseloads.

We are forging links with our tier 4 partners.

We are happy to offer flexible working and are able to support both office and remote working for clinical and non-clinical activity. There is an expectation to attend in person on at least a fortnightly basis for staff meetings and face to face patient contact.

Providing leadership to dietetic and other team members on all aspects of weight management

Managing a complex patient caseload

Supporting and developing staff within the team

Representing the Specialist Weight Management Service within the trust and with our partner organisations

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

This role will include a range of clinical leadership experiences including group education, one to one patient clinics including joint working with other team members , MDT meetings, liaising with our tier 4 colleagues and supporting patients on diabetes remission pathways. There is opportunity to review post bariatric surgery clients and share knowledge and best practice with our colleagues in primary care. Specific training for this will be available as required.

As the band 7 dietetic lead you will be expected to supervise and develop junior staff and contribute to the leadership and overall direction of the team

For more details see our job description. For more information about our service see our website atwww.bfwh.nhs.uk/our-services/swms/

For further details / informal visits contact:
Name

Denise Eggleston

Job title

Team Leader Specialist Weight Management Service

Email address

bfwh.asktheweightmanagementteam@nhs.net

Telephone number

01253 956184