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Nutrition Support Dietitian
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What they do
A Dietitian or Nutritionist provides clients with advice on healthy eating, and helps to plan nutritional menus. Works with individuals who have specific dietary needs, such as hospital patients, or oversees food programs in schools, hospitals, and other large organizations. May work in a community setting or non-profit, governmental, or public health organization, offering nutritional advice to specific groups of people.
$69,531 / year median in Texas
+16% projected growth
Job Description
- Midpoint $111,000
- Maximum $133,000
Work Location:
Onsite Why Us? Working as a Nutrition Support Dietitian at UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to contribute directly to life-changing cancer care while advancing professional expertise in a nationally recognized clinical environment. This role supports meaningful interdisciplinary collaboration, ongoing professional growth, and the ability to lead impactful nutrition initiatives, all while maintaining balance through a structured work environment.- Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs. Responsibilities Direct Patient Care
- Provide evidence-based nutrition care aligned with diagnosis, treatment plan, age, and individualized patient needs
- Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments integrating subjective and objective data and nutrition-focused physical exams
- Determine individualized nutrient needs and develop care plans using guidelines and clinical judgment
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and participate in patient care rounds
- Recommend, implement, and monitor nutrition interventions for optimal outcomes
- Complete timely and accurate documentation consistent with policies and regulatory standards
- Deliver initial and follow-up care within established timeframes and reassessment criteria
- Identify patient and family education needs and provide appropriate instruction
- Assess learning barriers and document educational interventions
- Cross-cover additional inpatient or outpatient services as needed Advanced Practice & Leadership
- Demonstrate advanced practice through leadership beyond routine patient care
- Lead or co-lead Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement initiatives
- Contribute to clinical and operational improvement projects
- Develop and implement programs, protocols, or tools to enhance clinical outcomes
- Deliver presentations, lectures, or posters at professional conferences
- Author or co-author manuscripts, articles, or institutional content
- Volunteer in institutional outreach or public engagement initiatives
- Provide formal presentations to interdisciplinary teams
- Develop educational materials for professional or community use
- Participate actively in professional organizations or initiatives Clinical Practice & Professional Development
- Maintain high competency in nutrition research, standards, and clinical practice
- Participate in staff development through formal and informal education
- Contribute to development and revision of departmental resources and policies
- Share evidence-based practices and case studies with peers and teams
- Mentor and precept new staff, students, interns, and observers
- Participate in workgroups or institutional committees
- Attend meetings regularly and complete assigned tasks
- Provide relevant updates and information to clinical teams Other Duties
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned
EDUCATION
Required:
Bachelor's Degree and
Required:
Completion of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) approved dietetic internship or its equivalent.Preferred:
Master's DegreeWORK EXPERIENCE
Required:
4 years Clinical nutrition experience. or
Required:
2 years Required experience with preferred degree.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
RD- Registered Dietitian Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Required:
LD- Licensed Dietitian Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians.
Required:
CNSC- Certified Nutrition Support Clinician.
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182717Employment Status:
Full-TimeEmployee Status:
RegularWork Week:
Days, Rotating, WeekendsMinimum Salary:
US Dollar (USD) 89,000Midpoint Salary:
US Dollar (USD) 111,000Maximum Salary :
US Dollar (USD) 133,000FLSA:
exempt and not eligible for overtime payFund Type:
HardWork Location:
OnsitePivotal Position:
Yes- Referral Bonus Available?: No
- Relocation Assistance Available?