Clinical Dietitian

Lifepoint Health®; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid family leave and paid time off

Tuition assistance for higher education and certification

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Brand new hospital with cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a dedicated professional for its new rehabilitation facility in Plano, Texas. This full-time position focuses on providing essential nutritional care, ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines, and managing patient menus.

Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in dietetics or nutrition, have state licensure, and preferably some experience in an acute care environment. We offer comprehensive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to a state-of-the-art facility.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Completes annual competency testing and maintains professional growth.
• Follows regulations, company policies, and evidence-based guidelines.
• Participates in the planning of the department budget.
• Provides oversight of the menu management process.
• Reviews and approves all patient menus in the facility.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical guidelines adherence

Budget planning

Menu management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in dietetics or nutrition

Job description

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.

Schedule

Full Time

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.

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

How You'll Contribute

• 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

• 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

• 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.