Clinical Dietician
3 months agoKey Responsibilities
Assess patients’ nutritional status through screening and detailed diet assessments.
Develop and implement individualized diet plans based on medical conditions and treatment needs.
Provide nutrition counseling and education to inpatients and outpatients.
Plan and monitor therapeutic diets for patients with conditions such as diabetes, renal disorders, cardiac diseases, obesity, and critical illnesses.
Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding patient nutrition care plans.
Monitor patient progress and modify diet plans as required.
Ensure prescribed diets are accurately communicated to food service/kitchen teams.
Conduct diet rounds and maintain accurate patient documentation and records.
Educate patients and families on dietary management and healthy lifestyle practices.
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, food safety standards, and nutrition protocols.
Support health awareness programs, nutrition camps, and patient education initiatives when required.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics / Nutrition / Clinical Nutrition (Master’s degree preferred).
Registered/Certified Dietician certification (if applicable as per local regulations).
6 months to 2 years of experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
Knowledge of therapeutic diets and clinical nutrition practices.
Strong communication and counseling skills.
Good documentation and patient management abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Preferred Skills
Experience in patient diet counseling and nutritional assessments.
Familiarity with hospital diet protocols and EMR documentation.
Basic knowledge of food service operations in hospitals.
Compassionate approach with strong interpersonal skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹9,671.18 - ₹23,436.50 per month
Work Location: In person
50, Melur Main Road, Uthangudi, Madurai - 625 107., Madurai, Tamilnadu, India
Incorporated in 2013, Preethi Hospitals was founded by Dr.R.Sivakumar and Dr.Mrs. Hema Sivakumar, who are leading the institution, steering the vision and progress of PHPL. PHPL is a leading multi super speciality tertiary referral hospital in the city of Madurai, known for embracing the technology, bringing in the state of the art equipments and for its innovative treatment approach. PHPL is a sought after regional tertiary eferral centre for the entire southern tamilnadu especially in the fields of orthopaedics & Traumatology, now emerging as a Multispeciality centre. It is strategically located close to integrated bus stand and on the Madurai –Chennai national high way giving easy transport access. PHPL has 214 bed capacity with the operational bed capacity of 100 beds. PHPL has enhanced facilities in an exclusive floor specifically designated for medical tourism.