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Ideal candidates will have experience in a healthcare or dietary setting, demonstrate strong communication skills, and possess a basic understanding of nutritional principles. The role offers a rewarding opportunity to engage with patients in their weight loss journey, fostering a positive impact on their health and well-being.
As a Dietetic Assistant in a Tier 3 Bariatric Service, you will support the multidisciplinary team in providing specialized care for patients with obesity who are undergoing weight management interventions. Your role involves assisting registered dietitians in delivering nutritional assessments, implementing care plans, and educating patients on healthy eating habits and behavior change techniques. You will help prepare educational materials, collect patient data, and support patients in their journey to achieve long-term weight loss and improve their health.
Working closely with dietitians, you will contribute to the management of patients both pre- and post-bariatric surgery, ensuring that they receive tailored nutritional advice. This role is vital for helping patients meet their weight loss goals and preparing them for potential surgical interventions. Your role will also include administrative tasks such as maintaining patient records and booking appointments, making you a key part of the care team in delivering comprehensive bariatric services.
As a Dietetic Assistant, you support dietitians in delivering care to patients in the Tier 3 Bariatric Service. Your key duties include:
Supporting Nutritional Assessments:Assist in gathering patient information, including dietary habits and medical histories. Take measurements like weight and height to monitor patient progress and help assess nutritional status.
Assisting with Care Plans:Help implement individualized dietary plans designed by dietitians to support patients weight management goals. Monitor adherence and make adjustments as directed by the dietitian.
Patient Education:Provide guidance on healthy eating, portion control, and behavior change strategies to help patients adopt sustainable habits. Offer pre- and post-operative dietary support as needed.
Preparing Educational Resources:Create and distribute meal plans, food guides, and educational materials to help patients follow their care plans and make informed dietary choices.
Administrative Tasks:Maintain accurate patient records, assist in scheduling appointments, and ensure clinic processes run efficiently.
Data Collection:Collect patient data on weight and dietary habits to track progress and report outcomes to the dietitian, ensuring effective service evaluation.
Team Collaboration:Work alongside the multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care, supporting patients in their weight loss journey and preparing for potential surgery.
About us
Role Overview:
The Dietetic Assistant will support the delivery of specialized care within the Tier 3 Bariatric Service, assisting dietitians in managing patients with obesity. This role is crucial for promoting healthy eating habits and helping patients achieve their weight management goals through education and support.
Key Responsibilities:Nutritional Assessment Support:Assist in gathering patient information, including dietary habits and medical histories, to aid in nutritional assessments.
Implementation of Care Plans:Support the execution of individualized dietary care plans developed by dietitians, ensuring adherence to recommendations.
Patient Education:Provide guidance on healthy eating, portion control, and lifestyle changes to help patients manage their weight effectively.
Educational Material Preparation:Assist in the development and distribution of educational resources, including meal plans and information on healthy choices.
Administrative Tasks:Maintain accurate patient records, schedule appointments, and assist in the smooth operation of clinics.
Data Collection and Reporting:Collect and input patient data to track progress, supporting the evaluation of the bariatric service's effectiveness.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration:Work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including dietitians, surgeons, and healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Experience in a healthcare or dietary setting is preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic knowledge of nutritional principles and healthy eating practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the care of patients managing obesity, playing a key role in promoting health and well-being.
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