Bloomfield Hospital is inviting applications for a Basic or Senior Grade Dietician to play an integral role in a friendly, dynamic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team and significantly contribute to mental health.
Reports to: Clinical Director
Work Location: Stocking Lane, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16, Ireland
Mode of Working: On-site
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (Part-time hours can be considered)
Working Hours: 37 hours weekly (for full-time)
Qualifications required:
Essential:
1. A recognised dietetic qualification and maintain valid registration with CORU.
2. Minimum 1.5 years of post-qualification experience.
3. Experience in adult with neurodisability and mental health dietetics.
4. Evidence of postgraduate continuing professional development relevant to a specialism within dietetics.
5. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable:
1. Experience of developing and facilitating training and intervention programmes.
2. Experience in coordinating and leading MDT and other meetings.
3. Research and audit skills.
The candidate must demonstrate:
1. Professional Knowledge
2. A level of clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills, and evidence-based practice appropriate to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the role in line with relevant legislation and standards.
3. An ability to apply specialist knowledge to best practice.
4. Evidence of having applied/used appropriate assessments and treatments and knowledge of the implications of outcomes for adults and their families, particularly those with mental health and neuro disability needs.
5. Some evidence of practice in the areas of clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives, practice development, teaching and research.
6. An understanding of the interplay between FEDS (Feeding, Eating, Drinking and Swallowing) needs in intellectual disability, neuro and mental health disabilities.
7. Awareness of and sensitivity to the impact of disability throughout the course of the person, their families, and engagement with the service.
8. Knowledge of relevant legislation and national policies pertaining to the role.
9. Skills in participating in peer supervision, service planning, and strategic planning.
10. Communication and Interpersonal
11. Strong individual and team communication skills.
12. Excellent report and presentation writing skills with an ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
13. Excellent IT skills, especially in Microsoft Office.
14. Evaluating Information and Judging Situations
15. Proven ability in leading the design, delivery, and implementation of a high-quality, person-centred service.
16. Commitment to the evaluation of practical outcomes and quality service provision.
17. Promotes collaborative working relationships as well as having the ability to work independently and exercise a high degree of professional autonomy.
18. Strong problem-solving skills.
19. Ability to empathise with and treat residents and families, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect.
20. Planning and Organising
21. The ability to plan, prioritize and organise effectively.
22. The ability to operate proactively and independently in a complex and demanding setting and environment.
23. Leadership and Teamwork
24. Proven experience in positive leadership and teamwork.
25. Demonstrates a commitment to managing and developing self and others in a busy working environment.
For the full job description or any information, please contact hr@bloomfield.ie.
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