Dietitian

Company description:

SingHealth Polyclinics, a leader in family medicine, provides seamless, patient-centred and preventive healthcare that is affordable and accessible to all.

SingHealth Polyclinics' network of polyclinics provides primary healthcare services to the community. It plays an integral role in promoting a healthy lifestyle within the community and empowering families with the knowledge of common health issues, care and treatment options.

SingHealth Polyclinics is a member of Singapore Health Services (SingHealth) - a public healthcare cluster which also manages three hospitals and five specialty centres.

Job description:

Job Description:

You will provide a holistic and evidenced based medical nutrition therapy for patients and caregivers in primary care setting. Your role is to:

• Apply theoretical and professional knowledge in assessing and formulating appropriate nutritional plan and develop relevant patient education resources
• Maintains up-to-date, accurate and clear documentation
• Motivates and supports patients in treatment adherence and making dietary changes with the aim of supporting patients in achieving optimal health.
• Contribute to the field of nutrition and dietetics by participating in research activities and quality improvement projects
• Conduct public education and interprofessional training for staff, patients and community
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary healthcare teams and contribute to the organization's efforts in providing quality patient care, delivering clinical education to patients and community

Job Requirement:

• Degree in Dietetics
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant clinical experience in healthcare settings with Dietetic services
• Registered dietitian at Singapore Nutrition & Dietetics Association (SNDA) or any recognized Dietitians Association preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently at different polyclinics
• Ability to communicate local languages/ dialects will be an advantage