DIETITIAN, SPECIALIST

TouchPoint Support Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement programs

Free CEUs through education webinars

Job summary

TouchPoint in Austin, TX, is seeking a Dietitian, Specialist to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy at Ascension Seton Austin within an acute care environment. The role focuses on patient-centered nutrition care and collaborative teamwork with the hospital nutrition and food service teams.

The ideal candidate holds an RD credential, with licensed practice in Texas and specialty certification as applicable. Two years of specialty experience is preferred; schedule is Monday–Friday with rotating

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or CDR exam eligible
• Licensed Dietitian (or willing to obtain) in the state of practice as applicable
• Specialty certification when required
• Two years of work experience in specialty preferred

Responsibilities

• Clinical Nutrition Care: Assess and develop nutrition care plans for patients in a designated specialty area
• Education: Guide nutrition and lifestyle strategies for patients, families, staff, and community
• Evidence-Based Practice: Align care with the latest research and diet manual
• Quality & Performance Improvement: Contribute to QAPI initiatives for patient care
• Collaboration & Service Excellence: Partner with food service management to achieve patient satisfaction
• Mentorship: Support growth of dietetic interns through education and training

Skills

RDN eligibility

Clinical nutrition

Education and guidance

Team collaboration

Education

RD credential

Licensed Dietitian (state)

Tools

None

Job description

TouchPoint

Take the next step in your career with TouchPoint as a DIETITIAN, SPECIALIST in Austin, TX!

Location: TouchPoint at SETON AUSTIN

Setting: Acute Care

Schedule: Monday to Friday with rotating weekend schedule

Requirement: RD credentials

Position Details: Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin (ASMCA) is a 500+ bed academic medical center serving Central Texas, with nationally recognized programs in cardiovascular care, oncology, neurosciences, and transplant services. The campus also includes the new 178-bed Ascension Seton Women’s Hospital, featuring a Level IV Perinatal Center, Level III NICU, high-risk obstetrics, and comprehensive women’s surgical services.

We go the extra mile for our Dietitians with perks designed to support education, career growth, and professional success! Special perks include:

• Career Advancement-Growth programs tailored to RDNs
• Free CEUs-Through our nutrition education webinar series

Why Choose a Career as a Compass Group Dietitian?

Compass Group employs over 3,000 RDNs across the United States, making us one of the nation’s largest employers of Dietitians in a variety of settings:

• Hospitals and healthcare systems
• Senior living communities
• Schools and universities
• Corporate wellness programs
• Food service operations

We offer unmatched opportunities for professional growth:

• Specialization
• Leadership development
• Cross-functional career paths

The company has earned significant recognition, including being named one of Modern Healthcare’s "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for five consecutive years, and appearing on Training Magazine’s Top 125 Organizations list for six straight years.

Job Summary

Make a real impact as a Clinical Dietitian! You’ll provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and education for patients in a specialty area, working with a collaborative team to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care.

What You’ll Do

• Clinical Nutrition Care: Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients in a designated specialty area to promote recovery and improve health outcomes
• Education: Provide guidance on nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support sustainable, long-term wellness to patients, families, staff, and the community
• Evidence-Based Practice: Apply the latest research in alignment with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols to ensure high-quality, consistent care
• Quality & Performance Improvement: Contribute to QAPI initiatives aimed at advancing patient care and clinical excellence
• Collaboration & Service Excellence: Partner with the food service management team to help achieve patient satisfaction and service goals
• Mentorship & Professional Development: Support the growth of staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable

What We’re Looking For

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or CDR exam eligible
• Licensed Dietitian (or willing to obtain) in the state of practice as applicable
• Specialty certification when required
• Two years of work experience in specialty preferred

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• You’ll be part of an environment where your ideas are welcomed, and your growth is encouraged
• You’ll have access to ongoing education, resources, development, and advancement opportunities to support your career path
• You’ll have the autonomy to apply your clinical judgment while still having guidance when you need it

Associates may be eligible for additional paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.