Senior Nutritionist

We are currently helping our client to identify good profiles for Senior Nutritionist in their wellness center

Job Summary: As a Nutritionist, you will play a crucial role in promoting health and wellness by providing expert advice and guidance on nutrition and dietary practices. Your primary responsibility will be to bring in your own network, assess clients' nutritional needs, develop personalized meal plans, and educate individuals or groups on making healthy food choices to achieve their health goals. Through your expertise in nutrition science and dietary counseling, you will help clients improve their overall well-being and prevent or manage various health conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' dietary habits, health goals, medical history, and lifestyle factors to determine their nutritional needs.
• Develop customized nutrition plans tailored to clients' individual preferences, dietary restrictions, and health objectives, such as weight management, sports performance, or disease prevention.
• Provide evidence-based nutrition counseling and education to clients, empowering them to make informed decisions about their food choices and eating behaviors.
• Offer guidance on meal planning, portion control, grocery shopping, and food preparation techniques to support clients in adopting healthier eating habits.
• Monitor clients' progress regularly and adjust nutrition plans as needed to ensure they are meeting their health and wellness goals.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, dietitians, and fitness trainers, to coordinate care and provide holistic support to clients.
• Stay abreast of the latest research, trends, and guidelines in nutrition science, and incorporate new knowledge into your practice to deliver evidence-based care.
• Conduct nutrition workshops, seminars, or group classes on various topics related to nutrition, wellness, and disease prevention for community outreach or corporate wellness programs.
• Document all assessments, nutrition plans, counseling sessions, and client progress notes accurately and maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Adhere to ethical standards and professional guidelines governing the practice of nutrition counseling, and maintain licensure or certification as required by regulatory bodies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential or Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) certification preferred, or eligibility to pursue certification.
• Previous experience in nutrition counseling, dietary assessment, and meal planning is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition science, macronutrients, micronutrients, dietary guidelines, and food composition databases.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, for conveying complex nutrition information in a clear and understandable manner.
• Empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental approach to supporting clients in their journey toward improved health and well-being.
• Proficiency in using nutrition analysis software, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and other relevant technology tools.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development through continuing education, workshops, and conferences.

Work Environment: You will be in a wellness center where you will be able to run the clinic for your own practice.

To find out more about this opportunity, please contact jaclyn.tan@gmprecruit.com
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

GMP Recruitment Services (S) Pte Ltd | EA Licence: 11C3793 | Tan Ying Ling (Chen Ying Ling) | Registration No: R1113193