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Dietetic Support Worker

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You need strong communication, time management, and teamwork skills, experience in healthcare, IT systems, and a level 3 qualification in healthcare or nutrition, plus relevant GCSEs.
  • You will handle administrative tasks for dietitians, register patients, audit feeding pumps, check nutritional stock, and travel to patients' homes as needed.

Requirements

  • Competency in written & oral communication
  • Time management skills
  • Ability to support Dietitians / health professional with practical tasks
  • Experience working with It systems & booking systems
  • Experience working with team / independently and using own initiative
  • Experience working in a carer/ healthcare setting
  • Good general education English or maths GCSE or equivalent
  • Level 3 qualification in healthcare or nutrition related subject or relevant experience

Responsibilities

  • You will carry out organisational or administrative tasks as designated by the registered dietitian or administrative lead e.g. register patients on the Home Enteral Feeding system; audit, relocate and return enteral feeding pumps across the wards, stock checks of nutritional products on the ward
  • Whilst based at Ty Gwent in Cwmbran, this post holder will work with the team of community dietitians working across the main ABUHB hospitals. Travel to patients homes will be required.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Dietetic Support Worker?

The main responsibilities include supporting the community dietetic team in providing nutritional care to patients, carrying out organizational or administrative tasks, monitoring and reviewing nutritional intake, and working both in patient-facing roles and administrative support.

What essential qualifications are required for this position?

A good general education, including English or maths GCSE or equivalent, along with a Level 3 qualification in a healthcare or nutrition-related subject or relevant experience is required.

Is experience in a healthcare setting necessary?

Yes, experience working in a carer or healthcare setting is essential for this role.

Are there flexible working options available?

Yes, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

What kind of training opportunities does the health board provide?

The health board offers extensive training and development opportunities, including paid mandatory training, in-house programs, and opportunities to complete recognized qualifications.

Will the Dietetic Support Worker have patient-facing duties?

Yes, the Dietetic Support Worker will have opportunities to work in a patient-facing capacity as part of their role.

What types of criteria are considered for the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate should have good communication skills, time management skills, the ability to support dietitians with practical tasks, and a passion for promoting the importance of nutrition in healthcare.

Can I apply in Welsh?

Yes, applications can be submitted in Welsh, and they will not be treated less favorably than applications made in English.

How can I contact the recruitment team for assistance?

You can contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team by calling 01495 745805 option 3 or emailing abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk.

Is there a possibility for this position to be withdrawn?

Yes, the vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process.

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10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board was established on the 1st October 2009 and covers the areas of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen and South Powys. The Health Board employs over 14,000 staff, two thirds of whom are involved in direct patient care. There are more than 250 consultants in a total of over 1000 hospital and general practice doctors, 6,000 nurses, midwives, allied professionals and community workers