Job Description

 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.

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.

Job Specification

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)