Dietician (JD-0039)

Sant Nirankari Health City; Delhi; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Sant Nirankari Health City in Delhi is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver evidence-based nutritional care in a hospital setting. You will assess nutritional needs, develop medical nutrition therapy plans, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery.

Qualifications include a postgraduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and 5+ years of clinical dietetics experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills to work independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Nutritional assessment of patients based on history, labs, and intake.
• Strong knowledge of disease-specific nutrition therapy.
• Clear communication with patients and care teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based nutritional care to patients in a hospital.
• Develop and implement medical nutrition therapy plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and other staff to support patient recovery.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Clinical dietetics

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Nutrition and Dietetics

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview: The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for delivering evidence-based nutritional care to patients in a hospital setting. This includes assessing nutritional needs, developing and implementing medical nutrition therapy plans, and working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to support patient recovery and health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Conduct nutritional assessments of patients based on medical history, lab data, physical examinations, and dietary intake analysis.
• Identify patients at nutritional risk and prioritize care accordingly.
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans aligned with patient diagnoses and treatment goals.
• Implement and monitor nutrition interventions for various clinical conditions such as diabetes, renal disease, cancer, malnutrition, gastrointestinal disorders, and post-surgical recovery.
• Modify dietary plans based on patient progress, tolerance, and changing medical conditions.
• Provide nutrition counseling to patients and families, focusing on therapeutic diets, lifestyle changes, and long-term disease management.
• Develop and distribute educational materials tailored to patient needs and literacy levels.
• Participate in ward rounds, case conferences, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Coordinate with food service personnel to ensure accurate and timely delivery of prescribed diets.
• Assist in planning therapeutic menus that meet nutritional standards and hospital guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of assessments, interventions, and outcomes in patient medical records.
• Adhere to hospital policies, local health authority regulations, and professional standards of clinical nutrition practice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate/Postgraduate in Nutrition and Dietetics from a recognized University.
• 5+ years of clinical dietetics experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong clinical knowledge of disease-specific nutrition therapy.
• Strong communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration:

As per industry standards

Why Join Us:

At Sant Nirankari Health City, we offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services while upholding the highest standards of quality and patient care.