To work as an experienced autonomous practitioner providing a high standard of patient-focused care through specialised assessment. To plan and deliver a high-quality service to oncology patients working in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team. To assist with student training and their supervision and contribute to the Therapy Clinical Governance agenda to further improve the quality of the dietetic service. To assist with the day-to-day planning co-ordination, monitoring, evaluation and delivery of the dietetic service to oncology patients.
Job Summary: To provide and develop a countywide dietetic service to oncology patients To provide dietetic expertise on nutrition support for oncology patients to improve nutritional status and quality of life. To act as a specialist resource on nutrition for medical and nursing staff in the Oncology Centre and for patients and carers. To provide education and training to patients and carers and to the health professionals on role of nutrition in oncology.