Job Description – Oncology Dietitian | Hospital

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Dietitian with hospital experience and expertise in oncology nutrition to provide specialised nutritional assessment, therapeutic diet planning, and counselling for oncology patients. The candidate will work closely with oncologists, doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support patients throughout their treatment journey.

Key Responsibilities

Oncology Nutrition

Conduct detailed nutritional assessments of oncology patients.

Develop individualised nutrition and therapeutic diet plans based on the patient's condition and treatment plan.

Provide nutritional support during chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, and other cancer treatments.

Monitor and manage nutrition-related concerns such as poor appetite, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, swallowing difficulties, and treatment-related dietary challenges.

Monitor patients' nutritional status and modify diet plans based on their clinical condition and treatment response.

Provide nutrition counselling to patients and caregivers regarding diet, hydration, and lifestyle practices.

Hospital & Clinical Coordination

Review medical history, laboratory reports, diagnosis, and treatment plans before recommending nutrition interventions.

Coordinate closely with oncologists, doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Participate in multidisciplinary patient care discussions when required.

Coordinate with the hospital kitchen/food service team to ensure appropriate therapeutic meals are prepared and delivered.

Ensure adherence to hospital protocols, clinical standards, and food safety requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate nutritional assessments, diet charts, patient records, and follow-up documentation.

Monitor patient progress and document changes in nutritional status.

Prepare clinical nutrition reports as required.

Support hospital audits, quality initiatives, and nutrition-related protocols.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics / Clinical Nutrition.

2–5 years of hospital experience as a Clinical Dietitian.

Prior experience in Oncology Nutrition / Cancer Care will be strongly preferred.

Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets and clinical nutrition.

Good understanding of nutrition-related challenges during cancer treatment.

Excellent patient counselling and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively with doctors and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

To Apply

hr@immunosciences.in

+91 9910908132

Pay

₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Work Location

In person