Clinical Dietitian

4 weeks ago

Al Ain, United Arab Emirates Royal Health Group, LLC Full time
Roles and responsibilities

The Clinical Dietitian will provideexpert nutritional care to both inpatient and outpatientpopulations, focusing on the assessment, development, andimplementation of individualized dietary plans. This role involvescollaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patienthealth and manage dietary-related conditionseffectively.

KeyResponsibilities

  • Patient Assessment andCare:
  • Conduct comprehensive nutritionalassessments for inpatients and outpatients, including evaluatingmedical history, dietary habits, and nutritionalneeds.
  • Develop and implement personalizeddietary plans based on patient assessments and medicalconditions.
  • Provide dietary counseling andeducation to patients and their families to promote healthy eatingand manage chronic conditions.
  • InpatientCare:
  • Collaborate with medical and nursingstaff to ensure that dietary plans are integrated into overallpatient care for hospitalizedindividuals.
  • Monitor and evaluate thenutritional status of inpatients, adjusting dietary plans as neededbased on their medical progress and response totreatment.
  • OutpatientCare:
  • Provide one-on-one counseling foroutpatient clients, addressing dietary concerns, chronic diseasemanagement, and weight management.
  • Develop anddeliver educational programs and workshops on nutrition and healthyeating habits for community groups andindividuals.
  • Nutritional Education andSupport:
  • Educate patients on nutritionalprinciples, meal planning, and the management of specific healthconditions through diet.
  • Stay current withadvancements in nutrition science and integrate evidence-basedpractices into dietaryrecommendations.
  • Documentation andCompliance:
  • Maintain accurate and detailedrecords of patient assessments, dietary plans, and progressnotes.
  • Ensure compliance with healthcareregulations and standards in the UAE, including maintainingconfidentiality and adhering to ethicalguidelines.
  • Collaboration andTeamwork:
  • Work closely with healthcareproviders, including physicians, nurses, and other specialists, toprovide comprehensive care.
  • Participate inmultidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans andprogress.
  • Research andDevelopment:
  • Engage in continuous professionaldevelopment through training and education to stay updated with thelatest nutritional research andguidelines.
  • Contribute to the development andimplementation of nutrition-related protocols andpolicies.

Qualifications

  • Education:
  • Bachelor’sor Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a relatedfield from an accreditedinstitution.
  • Experience:
  • Aminimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Clinical Dietitian, withexperience in both inpatient and outpatientsettings.
  • Licensure:
  • Musthold or be eligible for licensure to practice as Clinical dietitianin the UAE.

Desired candidate profile

  1. NutritionalAssessment

    • Expertise inconducting thorough assessments of a patient’s dietaryintake, nutritional status, and medicalhistory.
    • Ability to analyze lab results (e.g.,blood glucose, cholesterol levels) and physical signs to determinenutritional deficiencies orimbalances.

  2. DietaryPlanning andCounseling

    • Developingpersonalized nutrition plans based on a patient’sspecific health condition, preferences, and culturalconsiderations.
    • Providing individual and groupcounseling to promote healthy eating habits, weight management, anddiseaseprevention.

  3. Knowledgeof Medical Nutrition Therapy(MNT)

    • Proficient inapplying medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for a wide range ofconditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, renal disease,cancer, and gastrointestinaldisorders.
    • Tailoring nutrition interventions totreat and manage chronic diseases or improve the recovery ofpatientspost-surgery.

  4. Collaboratingwith HealthcareTeams

    • Working closelywith physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to createcomprehensive treatment plans forpatients.
    • Participating in patient care roundsand providing expert advice on how nutrition affects thepatient’s treatment andrecovery.

  5. Monitoringand Evaluating PatientProgress

    • Regularlymonitoring patient progress by tracking weight changes, labresults, and the effectiveness of the prescribed dietaryplan.
    • Adjusting nutrition plans as needed basedon patients' feedback, progress, and changes in theirhealthstatus.

  6. PatientEducation

    • Educatingpatients and their families about the importance of good nutritionand how to implement dietary changes athome.
    • Providing practical tips on mealplanning, grocery shopping, cooking techniques, and understandingfoodlabels.

  7. Researchand Evidence-BasedPractice

    • Stayingcurrent on the latest nutrition research, guidelines, and bestpractices to provide the most effectivetreatment.
    • Contributing to or conductingresearch studies on nutrition-related topics, helping to expand thefield’sknowledge.

  8. CulturalCompetence andSensitivity

    • Understandingand respecting the cultural preferences, traditions, and dietaryhabits of diverse patientpopulations.
    • Modifying dietary plans toaccommodate various cultural needs while still meeting nutritionalgoals.

Key Skills
Medical Issues,medicalcompliance,medical treatment
Employment Type: Full-time
Department / FunctionalArea: Medical Practice
Experience: Not Mentioned years
Gender: Male
Vacancy: 1
Joining Date: Sat, 08 Feb2025

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