Clinical Dietitian - Oncology

About MultiCare Cancer Institute 

MultiCare Cancer Institute is a physician-led, multi-specialty group within MultiCare Health System, delivering integrated hematology, oncology, radiation, surgical and supportive care across Washington state. Each year, we diagnose and treat more than 6,000 new cancer cases across Olympia, Spokane, Tacoma and Yakima. 

We bring together advanced pathology, imaging and evidence-based treatment with holistic supportive services to provide personalized, high-quality cancer care. As we continue to grow, we are building the Pacific Northwest’s most comprehensive and high-value oncology network—projected to double in volume over the next five years. 

FTE: 0.01, Shift: Per Diem, Schedule: Variable

We’re looking for a Clinical Dietitian who brings both expertise and heart to their work. The ideal candidate will be:

• A proactive, self-motivated professional who thrives independently while staying connected to team goals

• Trustworthy and dependable, with a strong sense of professional integrity

• An effective communicator with excellent public speaking skills and a passion for leading innovative nutrition initiatives

• Humble and grounded, with a patient-centered approach and commitment to ethical care

• Flexible and collaborative, eager to support colleagues across multiple locations when needed

• Highly knowledgeable in adult malnutrition diagnosis, with creativity and drive to develop tailored, impactful interventions

Position Summary

The Dietitian develops and implements nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy using established standards of care and practice protocols/guidelines. This position works closely with the interdisciplinary health care team to provide medical nutrition therapy and services that are integrated and compatible with the patient’s medical program goals and objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Provides high quality, evidence-based, efficient, customer-focused medical nutrition therapy, including nutrition screening, assessment, care planning and education for appropriate nutrition intervention.
• Recommends and helps manage specialized nutrition support for patients when appropriate.
• Communicates and coordinates with physician and other health care personnel as needed on the nutrition care plan of the patients.
• Evaluates the need for medical nutrition therapy education and develops a plan based on learning needs and evaluates the effectiveness of the education process. Includes family or others in the process as identified necessary.
• Evaluates the effectiveness and measures progress towards outcomes of medical nutrition therapy interventions. Reassesses nutrition care process and implements changes as indicated.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Washington State (DOH) Dietitian Certification required.
• Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics)
• Minimum Two (2) years clinical dietetics experience preferred
• Outpatient medical nutrition therapy experience preferred
• Board Certification in Oncology preferred

Why MultiCare Cancer Institute?

• Patient-centered care – Our oncology specialists, nurse navigators and support teams guide each patient with compassion, clarity and seamless coordination through every stage of their cancer journey

• Mission-driven impact – We’re dedicated to delivering high-value, personalized cancer care that truly makes a difference for the individuals and communities we serve

• Excellence at every level – We uphold rigorous standards for quality, safety and clinical expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our patients

• Values you can feel – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration shape how we care for patients — and how we support one another as caregivers

• Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $34.80 - $50.10 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.