About This Role
This full-time Nutritionist position involves providing expert nutritional assessment, counselling, and support to diverse clients, bridging pharmaceutical services with holistic nutritional care. The role is integral to promoting health and wellness within the community.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and dietary analyses for clients with varying health conditions and goals
- Develop personalised nutrition plans tailored to individual health needs, medical history, and lifestyle factors
- Provide evidence-based nutritional counselling and education to support behaviour change and dietary adherence
- Collaborate with pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated patient care
- Monitor and evaluate client progress, adjusting nutritional interventions as necessary
- Maintain detailed and accurate client records in accordance with professional standards and regulations
- Educate clients on the relationship between nutrition and medication effectiveness where applicable
- Stay current with the latest nutritional science, guidelines, and best practices within the field
- Support clients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and cardiovascular disease through dietary modification
- Contribute to the development of nutrition-related programmes and initiatives within the pharmacy
Requirements
- A recognised qualification in Nutrition or Dietetics from an accredited institution
- Current registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional regulatory body (such as the Malaysian Dietitians' Association where applicable)
- Minimum of 1-2 years' professional experience as a Nutritionist or Dietitian in a clinical, community, or healthcare setting
- Strong knowledge of nutritional science, medical nutrition therapy, and evidence-based dietary guidelines
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex nutritional concepts in an accessible manner
- Demonstrated ability to develop comprehensive, client-centred nutrition care plans
- Proficiency in using nutrition assessment tools and dietary analysis software
- A compassionate and patient-centred approach to care with strong empathy and listening skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Sound organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple clients effectively
- Commitment to professional development and maintaining current knowledge within the field
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and qualifications
