Head of Dietetics and Dietary

Full Time, onsite
KPJ DAMANSARA SPECIALIST HOSPITAL 2
Kuala Lumpur Dieticians (Healthcare & Medical) Full time Add expected salary to your profile for insights, Malaysia

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Job Description : The Head of Dietetics & Dietary will be responsible for overseeing the Dietetics & Dietary department, managing a team of dietitians and dietary staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality nutritional services.

To develop, establish and continually upgrade the system of Dietetics & Dietary Services in accordance to the overall goals and objectives of hospital.
To develop and review the organizational structure of the Department, job description and responsibilities of all Dietetics & Dietary Personnel.
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 or/and initiate corrective actions to ensure quality and professional dietary & dietetic services.
To plan, direct and coordinate the activities of the Services in order to facilitate smooth workflow and quality services.
To constructively participate in Head of Services or other 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 staffing requirement and interview new staff for Dietetics & Dietary Services with liaison with Talent Management Services.
To assess and conduct probationary and annual performance appraisal to Dietetics & Dietary personnel.
To provide nutritional support and dietary consultation to all referred in-/outpatients (where relevant).
To develop and review diet literatures for patients, carers or staff.
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 liaise with vendors and ensure the high quality and appropriate products are purchased.
To monitor outsource catering / cafeteria (where relevant).
To participate actively in professional development programs to update and upgrade managerial and professional skills. E.g. attend relevant seminars/ conferences.
To plan and develop cost control system and annual departmental budget.
To plan, develop, implement and evaluate effective and continuing staff development programs such as staff orientation, in-house and external educational programs.
To establish effective relationships and communication with medical staff, nursing and other departments to plan and coordinate food and nutritional care services.

Education:

Minimum Postgraduate Diploma/ Bachelor Degree in Dietetics plus clinical internship at hospital setting.
Preferably Master Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.

Knowledge and Experiences: