Job Description: Dietitian
Organization: Jothydev's Diabetes Research Center and Hospitals
Location: Trivandrum, Kerala
Department: Clinical Nutrition / Diabetology
Role Overview
A Dietitian at Jothydev’s Diabetes Hospital is a key member of the multidisciplinary diabetes care team. The role focuses on medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for patients with diabetes and related metabolic disorders, helping improve glycemic control, prevent complications, and promote long-term lifestyle changes.
Dietitians work closely with diabetologists, nurses, and diabetes educators in delivering personalized, evidence-based dietary care.
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Nutrition & Patient Care
- Assess patients’ nutritional status, medical history, and lifestyle factors
- Design individualized diet plans for:
- Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes
- Gestational diabetes
- Obesity, PCOS, thyroid disorders
- Modify diets based on glucose readings, medications, and lab results
- Monitor patient progress and revise meal plans accordingly
2. Diabetes-Specific Dietary Management
- Educate patients on:
- Carbohydrate counting
- Glycemic index/load
- Meal timing with insulin/oral drugs
- Support insulin pump / CGM patients with diet adjustments
- Provide diet plans for complications (neuropathy, nephropathy, etc.)
3. Patient Education & Counseling
- Conduct one-on-one and group counseling sessions
- Teach lifestyle modification, weight management, and healthy eating habits
- Provide culturally appropriate diet plans (Kerala-based diets, etc.)
- Motivate behavioral change and adherence
4. Multidisciplinary Coordination
- Work with diabetologists, nurses, and diabetes educators
- Participate in case discussions and treatment planning
- Coordinate with kitchen/food services if inpatient care is involved
5. Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain detailed patient records (diet charts, progress notes)
- Use hospital software for tracking outcomes
- Ensure compliance with clinical protocols
6. Research & Programs
- Support clinical research or audits in diabetes nutrition
- Participate in awareness programs, camps, or workshops
- Contribute to patient education materials
Required Qualifications
- BSc / MSc in Nutrition, Dietetics, or Food Science
- Registered Dietitian (preferred)
- Internship or experience in clinical/hospital nutrition
- Knowledge of diabetes management is highly preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
