Operations

Dietitian

Lagos Executive Cardiovascular Centre·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
OperationsFull TimeOnsite
-Closes Oct 16, 2026

Lagos Executive Cardiovascular Centre (LECC) is seeking a qualified, compassionate, and experienced Dietitian to join our clinical team.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

  • Assess patients\' nutritional needs based on their medical conditions, lifestyle, and treatment plans.
  • Develop personalized nutrition and dietary plans for patients.
  • Provide dietary counselling and practical guidance to patients and their families.
  • Support patients with cardiovascular conditions, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and other nutrition-related conditions.
  • Work closely with cardiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Monitor patients\' nutritional progress and make appropriate adjustments to dietary plans.
  • Educate patients on healthy eating, portion control, weight management, and lifestyle modification.
  • Provide nutrition education for patients and staff when required.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential nutritional assessment and patient records.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary clinical meetings and contribute to patient care planning.
  • Support preventive healthcare initiatives and wellness programmes.
  • Stay updated on current nutrition research, clinical guidelines, and best practices.
  • Ensure all dietary recommendations are evidence-based and aligned with patient safety and clinical requirements.
  • Uphold LECC\'s standards of professionalism, patient-centred care, confidentiality, and service excellence.

Requirements

  • B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics or a relevant qualification.
  • Must be duly registered/licensed with the appropriate professional regulatory body in Nigeria.
  • Previous experience in a hospital or clinical setting is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets and clinical nutrition.
  • Excellent communication and counselling skills.
  • Compassionate, patient-focused, and able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Good documentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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Send your CV along with a cover letter tohumanresources@thelecc.com

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At a glance

Company

Lagos Executive Cardiovascular Centre

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Onsite

Experience

Valid until

October 16, 2026

Created

October 7, 2026

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