Dietitian

Job Summary:

The Dietician will direct the operation of all the food quality of patient in the hospital to provide nutritious, well-prepared food for patients and staff. The Dietician will also develop diets as appropriate for patients according to their medical needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Effectively distributes workloads for the best, most efficient use of staff on all shifts.
Works with Food Service Supervisors in the selection or dismissal of dietary staff.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Coordinates all dietary activities in the facility, acting through the food service supervisors and dietary technicians.
Supervises the development of specialized diets using appropriate dietary modifications where necessary; supervises menu planning for special functions.
Surveys food preparation and distribution for safe practices ensuring variety, adequate seasoning, visual appeal, proper temperature, and appropriate portion sizes.
Counsels patients, families, and staff about requirements; handles complaints and resolves problems.
Cooperates with the purchasing team to provide high-quality food at the most economical price.
Works with the food committee to receive constructive ideas and suggestions and to provide education to patients and their families.
Develops patient care plans on behalf of the dietary department; attends care-planning conferences and interdisciplinary meetings.
Plans and presents monthly in-service programs for dietary staff; conducts training sessions for other departments.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in the field of dietetics with courses in food preparation and service.
license holder preferred.
At least one years of experience in a related field of dietary work.
A satisfactory combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing while communicating with patients may be required.
Most of time round in different ward is required
Healthy (mentally and physically)

Tagged as: Dietary Coordinator, Dietician, Nutrition and Health Officer, Nutrition Assistant, Nutrition Officer