Overview
M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centred outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.
OverviewM42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centred outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.
Amana Healthcare is a leading long-term care and rehabilitation provider in the Middle East and GCC, and the region’s pioneer in post-acute care services. It offers comprehensive long-term care, post-acute rehabilitation, transitional care, and home healthcare. As part of the M42 network, Amana is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care tailored to the needs of individuals requiring complex or extended recovery support.
The Dietitian in a Post Acute Rehabilitation (PAR) service is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and monitoring evidence-based nutritional interventions to support patient recovery, rehabilitation outcomes, and overall health. The role involves working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team (IDT) to optimize nutritional status, prevent and manage malnutrition, support complex medical conditions, and promote patient independence and quality of life. The Dietitian provides patient-centred care for individuals recovering from acute illness, neurological conditions, stroke, orthopedic injuries, respiratory disorders, and other complex rehabilitation needs.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients admitted to the rehabilitation service.
- Develop individualized nutrition care plans based on patient goals, medical condition, rehabilitation needs, and dietary requirements.
- Assess and manage patients at risk of malnutrition, dehydration, weight loss, and feeding difficulties.
- Monitor nutritional progress and modify interventions as required.
- Provide enteral nutrition assessment and management, including PEG and nasogastric feeding where applicable.
- Support patients with dysphagia in collaboration with Speech and Language Therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Provide dietary management for complex conditions including:
- Stroke and neurological disorders
- Diabetes mellitus
- Cardiovascular disease
- Respiratory conditions
- Renal disease
- Wound healing and pressure injury prevention
- Obesity and weight management
- Participate in discharge planning to ensure continuity of nutritional care.
- Work closely with physicians, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, psychologists, and social workers.
- Participate in regular interdisciplinary team meetings and goal-setting discussions.
- Contribute to patient-centred rehabilitation plans and discharge recommendations.
- Provide expert nutritional advice to team members regarding patient management.
- Educate patients and families on nutrition-related aspects of recovery and long-term health.
- Develop educational resources and dietary guidelines.
- Promote healthy eating habits and self-management strategies.
- Support patients and carers in implementing nutritional recommendations following discharge.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and service development projects.
- Contribute to development and review of clinical guidelines, policies, and pathways.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation.
- Ensure…
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