Senior Dietitian (Maternity Cover)

Institution:  Woodlands Hospital
Family Group:  Allied Health

About Us

Woodlands Hospital is a next-generation healthcare system designed to meet the future of care. As an integrated acute and community hospital with specialist outpatient clinics and innovative care models, we deliver person-centred, connected and seamless care that extends beyond traditional hospital walls.

Our mission is to redefine healthcare for an ageing and diverse population through digital innovation, preventive health and strong community partnerships. Grounded in team-based care, sustainability and health equity, we are building a healthier future for all.

 

 

JOB PURPOSE

Dietitians provide dietetics services to inpatient, outpatient and the community. They work with multidisplinary team to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for patients with a variety of health conditions requiring specialized nutrition intervention to augment medical treatment. In the community, dietitians advocate better nutrition practices via various platforms to promote overall community health.

 

 

 

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Clinical

  1. Provide evidence-based Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to patients with a variety of health conditions requiring specialised nutrition intervention
  2. Apply the nutrition care process to correctly assess, diagnose, plan, implement, monitor, evaluate and document nutrition care
  3. Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centred care
  1. Communicate nutrition care plan to patients, family members or caregivers during hospitalisation and upon discharge
  1. Manage workload effectively and efficiently with safe patient care

 

 JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education / Training / Experience

i.      Degree or Master in Dietetics from a recognized university

ii.      Minimum 6 months clinical internship

 

Attributes

i. Proficiency in written / spoken English and fluent in Mandarin, Malay, Tamil or dialects

ii. Good interpersonal and communication skills

iii. Willing to collaborate and work well with team members

iv. Willing to learn and keep up to date of skills and evidence-based medical and nutrition information

 

Note

Please note this is a ML Coverage from October 2026 to May 2027.