Clinical Dietitian

Clinical Dietitian ’s Medical Center

Do you have the career opportunities you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity to join St. David's Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare.

• Comprehensive medical coverage including prescription drug, behavioral health, free telemedicine and Air Med transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3%‑9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility, family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts via Abenity and other programs.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free coverage based on income.

As a Registered Clinical Dietician, you will assess patients’ nutritional status and design nutrition programs to maintain or improve their health. You will serve as a consultant within the Food and Nutrition Department and make recommendations on menu options, snacks, and other aspects of nutritional provision.

• Provide evidence‑based nutrition counseling to patients on modified diets.
• Conduct nutritional screenings and assessments.
• Collaborate with physicians to coordinate and implement nutritional recommendations.
• Identify and communicate potential nutritional implications of medications and document this information in patients’ records.
• Assist the Food Service Department Dietary Aides with patient food selection and clarify allowable and disallowed foods based on the prescribed diet.

• 1 year of clinical nutrition experience in an acute‑care hospital setting (preferred).
• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition with successful completion of an American Dietetic Association (ADA) approved internship or coordinated undergraduate program.
• Registered Dietitian (R.D.) credential or eligibility to obtain the credential within 6 months of initial employment.
• Licensed Dietitian (L.D.) with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dieticians within 6 months of initial employment.

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Health Care Provider. Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care.

St. David’s Medical Center is a leading healthcare facility in Austin offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including a renowned Level IV maternity unit, a comprehensive stroke center, and many surgical specialties. We are an accredited Magnet® hospital and part of HCA Healthcare, recognized as a World’s Most Ethical Companies®.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Clinical Dietitian opening. We promptly review all applications, and highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.