Role Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (RDUH) working on the Eastern services site in Exeter as an Enhanced Supportive Care Specialist Dietitian. Enhanced Supportive Care (ESC) is a modern approach to cancer care that aims to improve the quality of life for patients and families.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
The postholder will work as a specialist oncology Enhanced Supportive Care (ESC) dietitian within the Nutrition and Dietetic Service across Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust based at the Wonford Hospital (Eastern). They will be required to deliver a high quality, evidence-based nutrition and dietetic service to adult medical oncology and haematology patients under the care of the ESC team within the Trust acute service. Services will focus around providing specialist oncology and haematology dietetic care to mainly outpatients by telephone or video consultations. Training of healthcare professionals on oncology nutrition and diet matters is also required.
This post will focus on supporting patients earlier and across the continuum of cancer care, providing support for patients mainly in the outpatient settings. The post holder will work closely with the RDUH ESC multidisciplinary team which includes the ESC Palliative Care Consultant, ESC Clinical Nurse Specialists, ESC Occupational Therapists, ESC Physiotherapist, ESC Cancer Support Worker and ESC Administrator. They will also be required to liaise with the Clinical Psychologist, GPs, local hospice teams, community nursing and support services e.g. Friends of the Oncology and Radiotherapy centre (FORCE).
The dietitian will be a source of clinical expertise within the Trust. The post holder will also work closely within our dietetic oncology team which includes Head and Neck, Upper GI, Colorectal and Oncology/Haematology Specialist Dietitians. The post holder will also be part of the RDUH (Eastern) Nutrition and Dietetics team and the wider Therapies Department (Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist and Speech and Language Therapists). We have good clinical supervision, peer support and CPD opportunities available.
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with an interest in oncology and haematology, and who are looking to support patients preventing and managing adverse effects of cancer and its treatment, including physical, psychological, and spiritual symptoms. The post holder would be providing support at various stages from pre-diagnosis to post-treatment care, aiming to overcome barriers in early palliative care and improvement in patient experience.
RDUH is the first Trust to implement an electronic patient system (EPIC) across both acute and community services. The post holder is responsible for ensuring that systems are in place to prioritise and manage the caseload and keep updated to ensure the service has a strong evidence base and is delivered in line with national guidance.
The post-holder will be responsible for teaching and leadership within the team working alongside the Oncology Clinical Lead to support the training and development of junior staff, students and other healthcare professionals. Caseloads will be flexible and at times may involve the provision of service to other acute areas of the Trust and may also require working across 7 days.
Exeter is a small city that packs a big punch, it is one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England. When it comes to culture Exeter is renowned in the south west for its independent arts scene. It is also firmly on the map as a destination for top sporting events and music and is the food capital of the south west.
If you are interested in this role and feel you meet the criteria, please contact us to discuss it further, or arrange a visit using the contact details in the advert.
Working Pattern: 2.5 days to include Monday morning and Thursday afternoon. Flexible working will be considered.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Louisa Taylor, Oncology Team Lead Dietitian on 01392 406237 or louisataylor1@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
