Dietetic Technician
Company description:
KK Women's and Children's Hospital has evolved over the decades, since its founding in 1858, into a regional leader in Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Paediatrics and Neonatology. Today, the 830-bed hospital is a referral centre providing tertiary services to handle high-risk conditions in women and children.More than 400 specialists adopt a multi-disciplinary and holistic approach to treatment, and harness the latest innovations and technology for the best medical care possible.
As an academic healthcare institution, KKH believes that world-class clinical training and research are imperative in raising the standard of care. Hence, the Hospital has adopted a culture of innovation as it strives for world-class clinical leadership.
As we continually raise the bar on clinical excellence, we are sensitive to our patients' needs for a pleasant hospital experience - one where they receive seamless service and enjoy the warmth of compassionate care in a healing environment.
Job description:
We are seeking a highly-motivated Dietetic Technician, who is passionate in delivering quality and compassionate care to women and children, to join our team. The Dietetic Technician will support the department in the provision of nutrition and dietetics services by coordinating patients' appointments, assisting dietitians to perform nutritional care, conducting group nutrition education sessions, cooking demonstrations and workshops together with dietitians, maintaining the department's resources for patient education and assisting in catering matters.The Dietetic Technician will also be involved to assist in areas such as quality improvement projects, audits and/or research studies.
Requirements:
- Diploma in Nutrition, Food Science or equivalent
- Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
- Proficient in writing and speaking English and one other language (e.g. Mandarin, Malay, Tamil)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and nutrient analysis software
- Familiar with statistical analysis packages is an advantage
- Positive work attitude and good team player