About this role
Job Title: Infant & Pediatric Nutritionist
Job Code: CH -001
Grade: A3
Level: N-3
Reporting to: Children's Health Integrated Care Center
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Your Impact
- ≥ 90 % of infants and children achieve age-appropriate growth milestones within three months
- ≥ 85 % caregiver adherence to prescribed nutrition or feeding plans
- ≥ 95 % satisfaction rating from families on nutrition counseling and support
- Delivery of at least 4 group education workshops per quarter
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What you will do
- Assess & Diagnose Nutritional Needs: Conduct comprehensive assessments (growth charts, dietary histories, medical records) for infants, toddlers, and children.
- Develop Individualized Feeding Plans: Create age- and condition-specific plans—breastfeeding support, formula guidance, introduction of solids, allergy management, and therapeutic diets.
- Counsel Families & Caregivers: Lead one-on-one and group sessions to educate on feeding techniques, portion sizes, nutrient requirements, and troubleshooting common challenges.
- Collaborate with Clinical Teams: Partner with neonatologists, pediatricians, nurses, and therapists to integrate nutrition into each child’s care pathway.
- Monitor Outcomes & Adjust Plans: Track growth metrics, lab results, and caregiver feedback; refine plans to ensure optimal development.
- Lead Educational Outreach: Design and facilitate workshops on topics like infant feeding best practices, managing picky eaters, and adolescent nutrition.
- Maintain Documentation & Resources: Keep accurate records in the EMR and maintain up-to-date educational materials and growth-monitoring tools.
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How success is measured
- Growth milestone attainment (z-score improvements)
- Caregiver adherence rate to feeding plans
- Family satisfaction scores (survey ≥ 95 %)
- Timeliness of follow-up consultations (> 90 % on schedule)
- Number of educational sessions delivered and attendance rates
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You will thrive here if you have…
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition & Dietetics; Registered Dietitian credential required
- 5+ years’ experience in pediatric or neonatal nutrition, preferably in a clinical or hospital setting
- Deep knowledge of WHO growth standards, therapeutic feeding protocols, and pediatric nutrient needs
- Strong counseling skills and a warm, patient-first approach with families
- Excellent collaboration skills to work seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams
- Proficiency with EMR systems and growth-tracking software
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Competencies we value
- Clinical Expertise & Evidence-Based Practice
- Patient-First Empathy
- Collaborative Influencer
- Communication Clarity
- Data & KPI Fluency
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
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