Dietetic Assisstant

To uphold the values of the Trust To ensure that the service users are treated at all times with dignity and respect and that their rights are acknowledged and protected and that complaints and suggestions are dealt with in a prompt and fair manner in accordance with the relevant policies of the Trust. To adhere to the Policies and Standards of practice of the service. To participate in and contribute to SHSC and Dietetic service plans and goals To attend and contribute as appropriate to Dietetic Team meetings. To participate in the induction of new staff. To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance To keep clinical records and outcome monitoring forms in a clear and accurate manner. To make and maintain therapy materials as required To maintain equipment as required, e.g. weighing scales To use computers and other communication systems to create accessible information and other resources. To use programmes such as PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel To undertake clerical and administrative tasks such as photocopying, making up clinical files, cataloguing files, equipment, and resources. To collect statistical data in accordance with SHSC and service policies. To assist the Dietitian to work with individual service users or groups of service users using a range of approaches. To assist the dietitian to develop accessible information & other supportive materials/ resources for carers, families, other professionals. To work with other registered Health Care Professionals to address the nutritional needs of service users under the direction of the dietitian. To organise and participate in Dietetic Team meetings and in wider team meetings. To form professional relationships with clients with eating disorders and to communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy, and culture. To deliver planned training and facilitate group-work for service users, carers, and other health care professionals under the direction of the dietitian e.g. Support meal planning sessions with the dietitian, support nutrition group with the dietitian. To use Nutritics to analyse individual recipes and menus under the direction of the dietitian. To participate in In-Service Training as identified by local needs and the tasks involved. To attend short courses to develop, maintain, and update knowledge and skills. To keep up to date with resources & research using websites such as Diabetes UK, BHF, NHS Choices as required To review and reflect on your own practice and performance through regular participation in professional supervision and appraisal. To keep a record of your training and development activities To participate in and contribute to SHSC and Dietetic service plans and goals To attend and contribute as appropriate to Dietetic Team meetings. To participate in the induction of new staff.

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