First Contact Dietitian - Wansbeck

Job summary We are looking for a dietitian to work in person to cover a temporary dietetic service (due to maternity leave).In-person work is required, and hours and duration of work can be discussed.This includes working part-time, full-time or flexibly.
Please contact us for more information.Wansbeck PCN covers the following GP practices:Bedlingtonshire Medical GroupGuidepost Medical GroupSeaton Park Medical GroupThe Gables Medical GroupWe support and help dietitians become first contact dietitians (FCDs).First Contact Dietitians are qualified autonomous clinical practitioners working in GP practices who can assess, diagnose, treat, and manage dietetic problems and undifferentiated conditions, and where appropriate, to discharge a person without a medical referral.FCDs are a key multidisciplinary team member in primary care and support reducing GP workload.
FCDs working in this role can be accessed directly by self-referral or staff in GP practices can direct patients to them to establish a rapid and accurate management plan to streamline pathways of care.
Main duties of the job The dietitian will be a highly skilled, senior practitioner able to operate at an advanced level of clinical practice, with expert knowledge in the management of patients dietary issues and conditions.
They will work as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) within the PCN.The dietitian will provide person centred interventions for the patient from initial clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of their care within set patient groups.
They will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care for patients within the general practice.
They will work collaboratively with the general practice MDT to meet the needs of patients, support the delivery of policy and procedures, and provide dietetic leadership as required.The role requires the dietitian to work in practice (across different practices), with a focus on 80% diabetes and 20% frailty/nutrition support.The PCN is looking for a dietitian who can support their patients with:Knowledge and expertise around diabetes is essential Experience with weight management Frailty and nutrition supportExperience with paediatrics About us Primary Care Dietitian is England's only national independent specialist first contact dietitian provider who is purely focused on supporting NHS Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and their GP practices to deliver high-quality and tech-enabled NHS primary care dietetic solutions.Through our talented team, who are supported by experienced and Health Education England trained FCP clinical supervisors, we have been commissioned by NHS Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to deliver an integrated and local dietetic service.You can find out more about our team here: Whether you are a Band 6 with 3 years post-graduate experience stepping up into this post or a seasoned Band 8a moving into primary care for the first time, we are proud to offer a supportive environment for all of our team members with 4 hours of protected CPD time every week.
Job description Job responsibilities Clinical PracticeAssess, diagnose, triage, and manage patients, taking responsibility for the management of a caseloadDevelop and make use of your full scope of clinical practice, including skills relating to supplementary prescribing and investigation when trained to do soManage complex interactions, including working with patients with psychosocial and mental health needs, referring to social prescribing when appropriateDeliver programmes of supported patient self-management, in ways that facilitate behavioural change, optimise individuals' health, nutrition, fulfilment of personal goals and independence, and that minimise the need for pharmacological interventionsProvide care which is tailored to the individual needs.
This would include, appraising the impact of individuals' clinical status on their general health, well-being, employment statusSupport patients to set their own goals and be confident in their approach to self-management where appropriate.Evidence, Research, and DevelopmentDevelop relationships and a collaborative working approach across the PCN supporting the integration of pathways in primary careWork as part of an MDT in a patient facing role, using your expert knowledge of dietetics, to create stronger links for dietetic services through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation skillsSupport research and audit programmes to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of our serviceStreamline the pathway of care by providing a responsive service so that patients receive timely access to careLeadershipLead, manage and contribute to service deliveryImplement all aspects of effective clinical governance for own practice, including undertaking regular audit and evaluation, supervision and trainingCommunicate effectively and appropriately, with patients and carers, complex and sensitive information regarding diagnosis, pathology, prognosis and treatment choices supporting personalised careFacilitating learningProvide feedback and support to other PCN clinical team members on appropriate referral criteriaCritically reflect on own practice and continue to develop your skills.Key skills and attributesAbility to work under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environmentStrong clinical problem-solving and analytical skills, including ability to identify when to refer a patient to another service or for diagnosticsAbility to critically reflect on your own professional developmental needs, and is motivated to progress your clinical development (with support)Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work cohesively with a wider teamAble to follow legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies/procedures and codes of conductOffice skills including the use of IT programmes, databases and other modern/tech based ways of working and collaborating Person Specification Qualifications Essential Fully HCPC and BDA registered practicing Dietitian Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in dietetics An up-to-date understanding of Health Education Englands Roadmap to Practice Desirable Completion of some level 7 MSc learning Previous clinical experience of first contact triage clinical work; even if in the private sector or freelance Previous experience of using EMIS / SystmOne Experience Desirable Experience with working with individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Experience with working with frail and elderly patients or in care homes Experience in weight management