Clinical Dietitian

Lifepoint Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and accidental insurance

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Free gym memberships and mental health services

Professional development opportunities

Brand new hospital with cutting-edge equipment

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Dietician for the new Texas Rehabilitation of Plano hospital. This role emphasizes exceptional patient care and the contribution towards the hospital's mission of health improvement. Key responsibilities include managing patient menus, ensuring compliance with regulations, and participating in departmental strategies.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in dietetics, possess relevant experience and certifications, and align with our commitment to creating healthier communities. Comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities are part of our offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in dietetics or a nutrition-related field.
• Registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• State licensure/certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Completes annual competency testing and maintains professional growth.
• Implements policies related to patient nutrition care.
• Oversees menu management and approves patient menus.

Skills

Bachelors in dietetics or nutrition

Experience in acute care setting

Registration from Commission on Dietetic Registration

State licensure/certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in dietetics or related field

Job description

Schedule: Full Time

Your experience matters

Texas Rehabilitation of Plano is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Come join us in our journey of opening a brand-new hospital!

More about our team

Texas Rehabilitation of Plano is a brand-new 40 bed inpatient rehabilitation facility opening in 2026. We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need. Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of rehabilitation concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment.

How you'll contribute

A Dietician who excels in this role:

• Completes annual competency testing and maintains professional growth and development portfolio to maintain registration and licensure/certification
• Performs job based on applicable federal, state, and local regulations, company policies and procedures, and evidence based clinical guidelines
• Performs job within defined Scope of Practice
• Participates in the planning of the department budget
• Participates in planning and creating the hospital’s strategic plan to achieve the mission and vision of the hospital
• Participates in implementing policies and procedures related to nutrition care of the patient
• Participates in the hospital’s performance improvement program by conducting, aggregating, trending, and acting on data for key clinical nutrition indicators
• Provides oversight of the menu management process
• Reviews and approves all patient menus in the facility; must approve any substitutions provided to patients
• Provides oversight for the transcription of diet orders in the department to ensure accuracy.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Brand new facility: Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!

What we're looking for

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in dietetics or nutrition related field. Registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Experience: Previous experience in acute care setting, preferred.
• Additional Requirements: State licensure/certification, if required by state.

EEOC Statement

Texas Rehabilitation of Plano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Texas Rehabilitation of Plano is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.