Looking For a Senior Dietitian for Meridian Hospital, Kolathur.

Job Summary:

The Senior Dietitian is responsible for planning, supervising, and implementing clinical nutrition services for patients across all departments. The role involves diet planning, patient counseling, and coordinating with medical teams to ensure optimal nutritional care and recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Clinical Nutrition Management

- Assess patients’ nutritional needs based on medical condition, diagnosis, and treatment plan.
- Develop and implement individualized diet plans for IPD and OPD patients.
- Monitor patient progress and modify diets accordingly.

2. Patient Counseling & Education

- Provide dietary counseling to patients and their families.
- Educate patients on therapeutic diets and lifestyle modifications.
- Conduct nutrition awareness sessions and health programs.

3. Diet Planning & Quality Control

- Plan and standardize therapeutic diets as per hospital protocols.
- Supervise food preparation to ensure diet compliance and hygiene standards.
- Ensure quality, safety, and nutritional value of meals served.

4.



Team Coordination

- Work closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Guide and supervise junior dietitians and kitchen staff.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and case discussions.

5. Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain accurate patient diet records and documentation.
- Prepare diet charts, reports, and audit data.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and accreditation standards.

Required Skills:

- Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets
- Excellent communication and counseling skills
- Leadership and team management ability
- Attention to detail and patient-centered approach
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards

Qualification:

- M.Sc. / B.Sc. in Nutrition & Dietetics

For Job Opportunities call HR Thirumalairajan @(phone hidden) Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Dietitian (Kolathur)
🏢 Meridian Hospital
📍 Kolathur