Dietitian, Dietetic

• A. Overall Management
• To develop, establish and continually upgrading the system of Dietetic Services in accordance to the overall goals and objectives of hospital.
• To develop, implement and review the services standards, guidelines, policies and procedures in conformance with the Hospital Policies and Procedures.
• To develop, implement and evaluate quality assurance programs to ensure quality and professional dietetic services .
• To plan, direct and coordinate the activities of the Services in order to facilitate smooth work flow and quality services.
• To constructively participate in Head of Services or intra/ inter services meetings.
• To prepare and maintain reports / records of various statistics as directed and submit to management in a timely manner.
• To plan and review staff requirements and interview new staff for Dietetic Services with liaison with Human Resource Services
• To assess and conduct probationary and annual performance appraisal to Dietetic personnel.

B. Clinical Dietetics

• To develop and review diet literature for patients, cares or staff.
• To provide nutritional support and dietary consultation to all referred in-/outpatients.
• To liaise with medical staff, nursing staff and other allied health professionals regarding the dietary management of patients.
• To keep appropriate records and correspondence regarding patients.
• To ensure an accurate collection of statistical data required for management purposes.
• To liaise with vendors of nutritional products and ensure the appropriate products are purchased.

C. Food Services

• To participate in the menu planning for normal and therapeutic diets.
• To inspect and monitor the preparation and serving of therapeutic diets.
• To provide in-house dietetic lectures or training sessions to staff particularly Dietetic, Dietary and Nursing.
• To monitor outsourced catering/ cafeteria. (where relevant)

D. Community Nutrition

• To plan and conduct nutrition education programs or talks for patients and the public.

E. Professional Development

• To participate actively in professional development programs to update and upgrade managerial and professional skills. E.g. attend relevant seminars/ conferences.