Advanced Diabetes Dietitian

We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 7 Dietitian to join our friendly team to work as a key, valued and active member of the Diabetes multidisciplinary and dietetic teams. This is permanent part-time post. The applicant must be self-motivated, well-organised and be confident communicator. Informal visits or discussions about the role are very welcome. Based at Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton AND Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath. Regular travel between sites is required, a car driver and access to a car for work is desirable although there is a bus service between the two sites and both are well situated for public transport., The post holder will work in a team of advanced diabetes dietitians and receive regular expert clinical supervision. They will see adult patients with Type 1 Diabetes and diabetes in pregnancy in out-patient clinics across two hospital sites. This post offers excellent opportunities to develop working relationships with a wide MDT network including Diabetes Consultants, Diabetes Specialist nurses, Specialist Clinical Psychologists, GPs, and Practice nurses. The post holder will participate in continuing professional development, audit and research within this specialist area to further best practice and personal development. They will also be involved in supporting junior dietitians and students. If you have substantial post graduate clinical dietetic experience including working with people with diabetes, please contact us to discuss this post.

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