Head Dietitian, Private Practice - Pietermaritzburg

Head Dietitian, Private Practice - Pietermaritzburg

Our client, based in Pietermaritzburg is looking for a Senior/Head Dietitian to work at the practice and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the dietetics team, ensuring high standards of nutritional care.
• Develop and implement clinical nutrition programs and policies.
• Oversee patient assessments, meal plans, and medical nutrition therapy.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Train and mentor junior dietitians and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of dietary interventions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Matric
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Dietetics
• Registered Dietitian in Independent Practice category with HPCSA
• At least 2 years' experience in clinical nutrition
• Driver's license & own reliable transport is essential

Skills and attributes:

• Strong management, communication, and teamwork skills
• Passion for improving patient health through evidence-based nutrition
• Computer Literate
• Passionate, loyal, hardworking
• Motivated and positive
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse clients and their families
• Excellent communication and counselling skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills is essential
• Empathetic nature

Working hours:

Monday to Friday, 08h00 - 17h00

Appointment:

ASAP

Only candidates who meet all the minimum requirements stipulated in the advert, will be considered. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.