Dietitian

St Luke's Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Singapore is seeking a Dietitian responsible for assessing patients' nutritional needs and providing medical nutrition therapy. This role involves guiding foodservice staff on therapeutic diets and collaborating with the medical team on research studies. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 2 years of clinical experience. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently are essential. Hours are part-time on Monday and Tuesday, 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Must have clinical skills to assess nutritional needs of patients.
• Provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and education.
• At least 2 years of clinical work experience in hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess the nutritional needs of patients in various clinical specialties.
• Guide foodservice staff on suitable therapeutic diets.
• Participate in research studies and review clinical care plans.

Skills

Team player

Good interpersonal skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition with Post-Graduate Diploma

Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

This position requires the Dietitian to have the clinical skills to assess the nutritional needs of the patients, provide evidence based medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and education to the patient / care-givers, from different clinical specialties, at both the in-patient and out-patient settings.

The Dietitian will be responsible to provide guidance to foodservice staff on suitable therapeutic diets, participate in research studies within the department or in collaboration with the medical team and reviewing of clinical care plans for the different clinical specialties.

Requirements

• Degree in Dietetics OR Degree in Nutrition with Post-Graduate Diploma in Dietetics OR Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics recognized by the Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association (SNDA).
• Full Dietitian Member with SNDA OR any recognized Dietetics Association membership.
• At least 2 years of clinical work experience in hospital settings.
• Team player with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Able to work part-time on Monday & Tuesday, 8:30am to 6:00pm.