Dietitian

Apoorva Diagnostic & Healthcare; Bengaluru Urban; Hybrid; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Apoorva Diagnostic & Healthcare in Bengaluru is seeking a full-time Dietitian to work in a hybrid setup. You will assess nutritional status, develop meal plans, and provide ongoing counseling for various medical and lifestyle goals.

The role involves collaborating with physicians and clinicians, documenting care in medical records, and contributing to nutrition therapy, weight management, and preventive nutrition initiatives in a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Dietetics and Nutrition knowledge applied to clinical practice.
• Nutritional counseling with assessments, goals, and behavior support.
• Medical Nutrition Therapy for common hospital/outpatient conditions.
• Weight management planning tailored to individual needs.
• Clear communication with patients and care teams; documentation in EMR.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional status and needs.
• Develop individualized meal plans and counseling.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinicians.
• Document care in electronic medical records.
• Educate patients and families on healthy eating habits.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Dietetics

Nutritional Counseling

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Weight Management

Communication with care teams

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics or Nutrition

Licensure/registration (preferred)

Job description

Company Description

Apoorva Diagnostic & Healthcare is a hospital and healthcare organization headquartered on CMH Road in Indiranagar, Bangalore, Karnataka, India. The organization provides diagnostic and clinical services to a diverse urban population, focusing on accessible and quality healthcare. Team members work in a multidisciplinary setting alongside physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. Apoorva Diagnostic & Healthcare emphasizes patient-centered care, evidence-based practices, and continuous improvement in service delivery.

Role Description

This is a full-time Dietitian role in a hybrid work arrangement, with primary responsibilities based in the Bangalore Urban district and some work-from-home flexibility. The Dietitian will assess patients’ nutritional status, develop individualized meal plans, and provide ongoing nutritional counseling for a range of medical conditions and lifestyle goals. Daily tasks include collaborating with physicians and other clinicians to deliver medical nutrition therapy, monitoring patient progress, documenting care in medical records, and updating plans based on outcomes and clinical guidelines. The role also involves educating patients and families on healthy eating habits, weight management strategies, and preventive nutrition, as well as participating in multidisciplinary case discussions and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Dietetics and Nutrition, with the ability to apply evidence-based guidelines in clinical practice.
• Proficiency in Nutritional Counseling, including conducting assessments, setting goals, and supporting behavior change.
• Experience in Medical Nutrition Therapy for common acute and chronic conditions seen in hospital and outpatient settings.
• Knowledge of Weight Management strategies, including designing safe, sustainable nutrition plans tailored to individual needs.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a closely related field from a recognized institution.
• Relevant professional registration or licensure as required by local regulations (preferred).
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment and communicate clearly with patients and care teams.
• Strong documentation skills, familiarity with electronic medical records, and commitment to patient confidentiality.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in local languages used in Bangalore is an advantage.
• Demonstrated empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a patient-centered approach to care.