13 Clinical Dietitian jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough nutritional assessments using patient interviews, medical history, laboratory results, and dietary analysis.
• Develop, implement, and continuously update personalized nutrition care plans tailored to patients' health goals and clinical conditions.
• Provide counseling and education to patients, families, and groups on proper nutrition, healthy eating habits, and lifestyle modifications.
• Monitor patient progress, evaluate outcomes, and adjust care plans as necessary to ensure effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition care into overall patient management.
• Stay updated with current research and best practices in nutrition and dietetics

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics.
• DHA professional license
• Minimum 2 years of experience in clinical or hospital nutrition preferred.
• Strong communication and counseling skills.
• Ability to work with diverse patient populations.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.

Clinical Dietician - DHA Licensed (Part-Time / On-Call Basis)

Position: Clinical Dietician (Part-Time / Flexible)

Location: Dubai, UAE (Home Healthcare Centre – Cureasy Healthcare LLC)

License Requirement: DHA-licensed Clinical Dietician (or DHA eligibility letter)

About Cureasy Healthcare

Cureasy is a DHA-licensed home healthcare provider in Dubai, offering GP consultations, physiotherapy, and nursing services at patients' homes. We are expanding our services to include professional diet and nutrition support for our diverse patient base.

Role Overview

We are seeking a DHA-licensed Clinical Dietician to join our team on a flexible, as-needed basis. The role is suited for professionals looking to grow their practice while collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team in a homecare and teleconsultation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop personalized diet plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, physiotherapists, and nurses to ensure holistic patient care.
• Provide both in-person and teleconsultations as required.
• Educate patients and families on healthy eating, chronic disease management, and preventive wellness.
• Document patient interactions in line with DHA/NABIDH compliance standards.

Requirements

• Valid DHA license (or eligibility) as a Clinical Dietician.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics.
• 2+ years of clinical experience in hospital, clinic, or homecare.
• Strong communication skills; able to work with multicultural patients.
• Flexibility to take on patient consults on an as-needed basis.

Compensation

This is a part-time / on-call engagement with per-consultation-based compensation, discussed during the interview process. The structure is designed to be competitive and flexible, suited to professionals seeking additional income alongside other roles.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: Up to AED5,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 4 – 20 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• clinical nutrition: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• DHA License (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

We are seeking a qualified Clinical Dietitian to join our clinic in Dubai. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing patients' nutritional needs, creating evidence-based diet plans, and providing education and counseling to support healthy lifestyles and manage medical conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct nutritional assessments through patient interviews, medical history review, laboratory results, and dietary analysis.
• Design, implement, and continuously update personalized nutrition care plans aligned with patients' health goals and clinical conditions.
• Provide counseling and nutrition education to patients, families, and groups.
• Monitor patient progress, evaluate outcomes, and make necessary adjustments to care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related health science field.
• DHA Professional Certificate or License (mandatory).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar clinical role.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional, ethical, and compassionate approach.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment.

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Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Clinical Dietitian: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• DHA License Clinical Dietitian (Required)

Company Description

CallADOC is a digital healthcare platform offering a range of Primary Care services virtually, including medical and dietician consultations, and at-home medical care. Our platform is designed for patient convenience and delivers an exceptional experience, serving all income levels across the UAE. We aim to become the primary source of medical care for every resident, providing acute and chronic care management. We also partner with corporate clients to offer preventive care services. Our mission is for CallADOC to be synonymous with quality healthcare in the UAE.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Clinical Dietitian & Nutritionist Intern located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with some work from home flexibility. The intern will assist in providing nutritional counseling, developing diet plans, conducting medical nutrition therapy, and educating patients on human nutrition. Responsibilities also include conducting dietary assessments, creating client-specific nutrition strategies, and supporting overall patient health and wellness through tailored nutritional plans.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Dietetics, Human Nutrition
• Experience in Medical Nutrition Therapy and Nutritional Counseling
• Strong understanding of Nutrition and its applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field
• Previous experience in a clinical setting is a plus

We are seeking a qualified and passionate DHA Licensed Dietitian to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will assess patients' nutritional needs, develop personalized diet plans, and provide expert guidance on healthy eating habits. The role requires working closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support patients with clinical, medical, or lifestyle-based dietary needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop individualized meal plans.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of diet plans and make adjustments as needed.
• Educate patients and clients on nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selection, and label reading.
• Support patients with medical conditions such as diabetes, obesity, heart disease, kidney disease, and gastrointestinal disorders.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to implement care plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records as per DHA and facility standards.
• Stay informed on latest nutritional science, clinical guidelines, and public health regulations.
• Participate in community outreach, seminars, or wellness programs if required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field (Master's degree is a plus).
• DHA License or DHA Eligibility Letter (must be active).
• Minimum 2 years of clinical or hospital experience (preferred).
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Strong communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.

Skills Required:

• Clinical nutrition knowledge
• Patient-centered approach
• Nutritional counseling & motivational interviewing
• Documentation & reporting (EMR proficiency preferred)
• Meal planning and therapeutic diets
• Critical thinking & problem-solving
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability

Job Type: Part-time

We are seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Dietitian to join our dedicated team at GluCare Integrated Diabetes Center. As a Dietitian specializing in diabetes care you will play a vital role in providing nutritional guidance and support to our patients helping them manage their condition through effective diet and lifestyle changes.

You will have an opportunity to work in a specialized diabetes center with a focus on improving patients lives through effective nutrition management.

You will enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment and Counseling:

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients with diabetes considering their medical history lifestyle and dietary habits.
• Develop personalized nutrition plans tailored to each patients specific needs goals and preferences.
• Provide one-on-one counseling sessions to educate patients on diabetes management healthy eating habits portion control and carbohydrate counting.

Nutritional Education and Support:

• Conduct group education sessions and workshops on topics such as meal planning blood sugar control and weight management.
• Create educational materials including brochures handouts and online resources to support patient education and self-management.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals including endocrinologists nurses and diabetes educators to provide comprehensive care to patients.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Monitor patients progress and adjust nutrition plans as needed to achieve desired health outcomes.
• Track and document patients nutritional intake weight blood sugar levels and other relevant health indicators.
• Provide ongoing support and motivation to help patients adhere to their nutrition plans and make sustainable lifestyle changes.

Research and Best Practices:

• Stay current with the latest research and advancements in diabetes nutrition and care.
• Implement evidence-based practices and guidelines in all nutritional counseling and education activities.
• Participate in continuing education opportunities to enhance professional knowledge and skills.

Community Outreach:

• Participate in community outreach programs to promote diabetes awareness and prevention.
• Conduct presentations and seminars for community groups schools and organizations to educate the public on diabetes management and healthy eating.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Nutrition Dietetics or a related field (required).
• Masters degree in Nutrition or related field (preferred).

Certification and Licensure:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential (required).
• Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) in the state of insert state (if applicable).
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or Board Certified-Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) (preferred).

Experience:

• Experience in clinical nutrition preferably with a focus on diabetes care.
• Experience in patient counseling group education and creating individualized nutrition plans.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of diabetes management and nutrition therapy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively educate and motivate patients.
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage multiple patients and tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and nutrition software.

Personal Attributes:

• Compassionate and empathetic with a patient-centered approach to care.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Overview

Provide individualized medical nutrition therapy (MNT) through a multi-disciplinary approach for inpatients and/or outpatients at SSMC.

MNT is implemented according to the American Dietetic Association (ADA) Nutrition Care Process (NCP), which provides a framework for the Clinical Dietitians to individualize care, taking into account the patient’s needs and values and using the best scientific evidence available to make decisions.

• Responsible for Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and thus assess patients using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) which is a systematic approach to providing high-quality nutrition care. The NCP consists of four distinct, interrelated steps: Nutrition Assessment, Nutrition Diagnosis, Nutrition Intervention, and Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Record all assessments and interventions of all patients as per facility policies and procedures.
• Discuss and/or refer complex cases to Senior Dietitians/Supervisor for guidance to ensure high-quality evidence based nutrition care.
• Practicing within the expressed limits of established policies and procedures and approved competencies.
• Liaising with ward and food service staff concerning nutritional care plan, goals and dietary requirements of inpatients on a daily basis.
• Participate in medical rounds and provide MNT to patients starting at the highest priority level.
• Active participation in the staff development activities, discharge planning, patient education and other patient care related activities as designated in the approved staff competency privileges.
• Contributing to the Quality Improvement Projects of the Department/hospital where appropriate.
• Communicates individual nutritional care plans to other health care providers as a member of a health care team.
• Maintains professional growth and development through completion of required departmental competencies, participation & contribution to Continuous Professional Development activities.
• Contributes to the development of Patient Education Materials.
• Assist in the preceptorship of the Dietetic interns and the undergraduate Dietetic Students.
• Contribute institutional and outside awareness campaigns, and media where appropriate and approved.

• Involved in the implementation of department policies and the annual business plan.
• Ensures patient receives the evidenced based highest standards of care as per the department policies, procedures, protocol and standards.
• Practicing within the limits of expressed and privilege established by the department leaders.
• Adheres and contributes to departmental & organization Stewardship initiatives.
• Documentations of all the details of patient care in the appropriate approved formats.
• Maintain the required records of patient care activities as per the requirements of the Department and the institutional policies.

Experience:

Required:

• NLT 3 years’ experience as clinical dietitian in an acute care facility.

Desired:

• N.A.

Educational Qualification: Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
• OR Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
• OR Bachelor of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
• OR Bachelor’s degree in Health Science with a major in Nutrition + Post-graduate diploma or master in Dietetics
• AND Active member of a Nutrition Society or Association
• AND Current National license or/ Registration.

Desired:

• N.A.

About the company

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City - SSMC

*JOB DESCRIPTION *
Provide individualized medical nutrition therapy (MNT) through a multi-disciplinary approach for inpatients and or outpatients in SSMC

MNT is implemented according to the American Dietetic Association (ADA) Nutrition Care Process (NCP), which provides a framework for the Clinical Dietitians to individualize care, taking into account the patient's needs and values and using the best scientific evidence available to make decisions.

*RESPONSIBILITIES *

• Responsible for Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and thus assess patients using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) which is a systematic approach to providing high-quality nutrition care. The NCP consists of four distinct, interrelated steps: Nutrition Assessment, Nutrition Diagnosis, Nutrition Intervention, and Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Record all assessments and interventions of all patients as per facility policies and procedures.
• Discuss and/or refer complex cases to Senior Dietitians/Supervisor for guidance to ensure high- quality evidence based nutrition care.
• Practicing within the expressed limits of established policies and procedures and approved competencies
• Liaising with ward and food service staff concerning nutritional care plan, goals and dietary requirements of inpatients on a daily basis.
• Participate in medical rounds and provide MNT to patients starting at the highest priority level.
• Active participation in the staff development activities, discharge planning, patient education and other patient care related activities as designated in the approved staff competency privileges.
• Contributing to the Quality Improvement Projects of the Department/hospital where appropriate.
• Communicates individual nutritional care plans to other health care providers as a member of a health care team.
• Maintains professional growth and development through completion of required departmental competencies, participation & contribution to Continuous Professional Development activities.
• Contributes to the development of Patient Education Materials.
• Assist in the preceptorship of the Dietetic interns and the undergraduate Dietetic Students.
• Contribute institutional and outside awareness campaigns, and media where appropriate and approved.

Accountabilities

• Involved in the implementation of department policies and the annual business plan
• Ensures patient receives the evidenced based highest standards of care as per the department policies, procedures, protocol and standards.
• Practicing within the limits of expressed and privilege established by the department leaders.
• Adheres and contributes to departmental & organization Stewardship initiatives.
• Documentations of all the details of patient care in the appropriate approved formats.
• Maintain the required records of patient care activities as per the requirements of the Department and the institutional policies.

*QUALIFICATIONS *
Experience :-

Required:

• NLT 3 years' experience as clinical dietitian in an acute care facility.

Desired:

• N.A.

Educational Qualification: Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
• OR Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
• OR Bachelor of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
• OR Bachelor's degree in Health Science with a major in Nutrition + Post-graduate diploma or master in Dietetics
• AND Active member of a Nutrition Society or Association
• AND Current National license or/ Registration.

Desired:

• N.A.

Provide individualized medical nutrition therapy (MNT) through a multi-disciplinary approach for inpatients and/or outpatients at SSMC.

MNT is implemented according to the American Dietetic Association (ADA) Nutrition Care Process (NCP), which provides a framework for the Clinical Dietitians to individualize care, taking into account the patient's needs and values and using the best scientific evidence available to make decisions.

• Responsible for Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and thus assess patients using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) which is a systematic approach to providing high-quality nutrition care. The NCP consists of four distinct, interrelated steps: Nutrition Assessment, Nutrition Diagnosis, Nutrition Intervention, and Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Record all assessments and interventions of all patients as per facility policies and procedures.
• Discuss and/or refer complex cases to Senior Dietitians/Supervisor for guidance to ensure high-quality evidence based nutrition care.
• Practicing within the expressed limits of established policies and procedures and approved competencies.
• Liaising with ward and food service staff concerning nutritional care plan, goals and dietary requirements of inpatients on a daily basis.
• Participate in medical rounds and provide MNT to patients starting at the highest priority level.
• Active participation in the staff development activities, discharge planning, patient education and other patient care related activities as designated in the approved staff competency privileges.
• Contributing to the Quality Improvement Projects of the Department/hospital where appropriate.
• Communicates individual nutritional care plans to other health care providers as a member of a health care team.
• Maintains professional growth and development through completion of required departmental competencies, participation & contribution to Continuous Professional Development activities.
• Contributes to the development of Patient Education Materials.
• Assist in the preceptorship of the Dietetic interns and the undergraduate Dietetic Students.
• Contribute institutional and outside awareness campaigns, and media where appropriate and approved.

• Involved in the implementation of department policies and the annual business plan.
• Ensures patient receives the evidenced based highest standards of care as per the department policies, procedures, protocol and standards.
• Practicing within the limits of expressed and privilege established by the department leaders.
• Adheres and contributes to departmental & organization Stewardship initiatives.
• Documentations of all the details of patient care in the appropriate approved formats.
• Maintain the required records of patient care activities as per the requirements of the Department and the institutional policies.

Experience:

Required:

• NLT 3 years' experience as clinical dietitian in an acute care facility.

Desired:

• N.A.

Educational Qualification: Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
• OR Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
• OR Bachelor of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
• OR Bachelor's degree in Health Science with a major in Nutrition + Post-graduate diploma or master in Dietetics
• AND Active member of a Nutrition Society or Association
• AND Current National license or/ Registration.

Desired:

• N.A.

About the company

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City - SSMC