Dietetic Support Worker

Powys Teaching Health Board, Y Drenewydd, Powys - Powys

Dietetic Support Worker

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Powys Teaching Health Board, Y Drenewydd, Powys - Powys

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 4 days ago, 27 Mar | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: d77c005609db45f6905fa31906a15e35

Full Job Description

To deliver community-based nutrition intervention for service users in a variety of settings under the direction of appropriate senior qualified staff.

To nutritionally assess and provide nutritional care plans to patients in a variety of settings under the direction of appropriate senior qualified staff.

To manage telephone calls appropriately and relay messages accurately and in a timely fashion.

To represent the Dietitians at events and meetings as appropriate.

To participate at team meetings.

To work safely and appropriately in an unsupervised capacity as part of the Dietetic team.

To undertake activities alone within the community setting in accordance with the Lone Worker Policy.

Are you interested in promoting good nutrition and hydration in older adults? Thrive on the opportunity to educate others in nutrition?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to become part of the Dietetic Team in Powys, as a Dietetic Support Worker. You will be part of a new project to develop Nutritional Pathways for people who are living with Frailty.

Following appropriate training, your role would support the delivery of high-quality nutritional care to patients with frailty as a part of the Dietetic Team. Under supervision, you will support patients to meet their nutritional needs by developing and providing care plans with a focus on 'Food First' or other nutrition related issues. Other roles may include group education sessions to nursing and care staff with some administrative responsibilities. Opportunities to be part of audit and to work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team is encouraged.

We welcome applicants who want to embrace flexible working opportunities with strong communication skills, a compassionate nature, and a genuine interest in promoting health and well-being among older adults.

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

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