Senior Dietitian

Job Role

The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is dedicated to promoting kidney health and providing quality, highly subsidised dialysis treatment and holistic care to patients. We strive to be an advocate and integrator for the community, by the community.

While supporting kidney failure patients with quality dialysis and integrated care, NKF’s greater mission lies in preventing or delaying kidney failure through health education, deeper community integration, and strategic partnerships.

As we work toward our Future Forward 2030 vision, we remain committed to:

• Tackling the growing prevalence of kidney failure
• Enhancing patient support and care
• Leveraging technology to improve the efficacy and quality of treatment

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Senior Dietitian to join the Allied Health team. Reporting to the Assistant Head, you will provide evidence-based clinical nutrition care, support department quality improvement efforts, guide junior staff, and contribute to research and education initiatives. Your responsibilities are as follows:

Main Responsibilities

1. Clinical Nutrition Care

• Deliver evidence-based dietetic consultations to patients and caregivers, aiming to improve nutritional status and compliance with dietary recommendations.
• Provide tailored nutrition counselling and interventions based on individual patient conditions and needs.
• Contribute to clinical data collection and analysis to support treatment planning and service enhancements.
• Assist in creating smart templates for use in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.

2. Quality Improvement & Research

• Participate in clinical nutrition initiatives and Quality Improvement (QI) projects to enhance care delivery and patient outcomes.
• Conduct audits to ensure alignment with current evidence-based dietetic practices.
• Support research efforts and assess the effectiveness of clinical services.
• Stay updated through regular literature reviews and attendance at relevant workshops or conferences.

3. Training & Supervision

• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to junior dietitians and dietetic technicians.
• Guide team members in setting and achieving their Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
• Oversee and coordinate clinical placements for dietetics or nutrition students.

4. Education & Outreach

• Deliver nutrition education and updates to internal staff as needed.
• Advocate for and promote evidence-based best practices in clinical nutrition.

5. Departmental Support & Other Duties

• Assist the Function Head/Head of Department with planning, operations, and the achievement of departmental goals.
• Perform other duties related to dietetic services and patient care as assigned.

Main Responsibilities (continue)

Qualification (Related Field)

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics, including the completion of a clinical dietetics internship of at least 24 weeks from an accredited institution.
• Membership with the Singapore Nutrition and Dietetic Association and accreditation as an Accredited Dietitian in Singapore is recommended

Experience

• More than 5 years of experience in clinical nutrition, ideally in a related healthcare setting.

Soft Skills

Key Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in delivering evidence-based nutritional assessments and interventions tailored to kidney patients.
• Able to collect, analyse, and interpret clinical data to improve patient care and program effectiveness.
• Experience in leading or contributing to quality improvement and audit activities.
• Skilled in mentoring, supervising, and developing junior staff and students.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for counselling patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Personal Attributes That Set You Apart

• Empathetic & Compassionate: You genuinely care for your patients' well-being
• Adaptable & Resilient: You stay focused in dynamic care environments
• Organised & Detail-Oriented: You maintain thorough records and structure your work effectively
• Culturally Sensitive: You tailor care approaches to respect patient backgrounds and preferences
• Team-Oriented & Proactive: You thrive in a team setting and take initiative for continuous learning

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