Registered Dietitian - Clinical

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Closing Date:

12/05/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

OPS | NUTRI Inpatient Nutrition

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Make a meaningful impact on patient health as a Registered Dietitian! In this role, you will provide individualized nutritional care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary inpatient care team to support positive patient outcomes.

The Registered Dietitian assesses patients’ nutritional needs, develops appropriate recommendations, and documents care in the electronic medical record. This position also provides education to patients, families, professional staff, students, and dietetic interns. Additional opportunities include collaborating with medical staff and other caregivers, delivering presentations within the community, and helping prepare the next generation of nutrition professionals.

This position works under the general direction of the Nutrition Department Outpatient Team Lead. We welcome candidates with varying levels of clinical nutrition experience and offer multiple career levels based on education, certification, and experience.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications—Registered Dietitian

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field

• Registered Dietitian (RD)

• Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the State of Arkansas

• Completion of a dietetic internship

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Basic computer skills

• Candidates with all levels of nutrition experience are encouraged to apply

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous clinical experience

• Current Registered Dietitian credential and licensure in the State of Arkansas

Registered Dietitian Career Levels

Registered Dietitian II

• Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian credentials

• At least one year of clinical experience

Registered Dietitian III

• Master’s degree or specialty certification required

• At least two years of experience

• Precepts dietetic interns participating in the UAMS internship program

Registered Dietitian IV

• At least four years of experience

• Master’s degree required

• Specialty certification required​

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:
• Assessing the nutritional needs of the patient and making recommendations to meet those needs.
• Documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Education of family, students and other professional staff.
• Teaching, discussing with medical staff and other caregivers the patient needs.
• Clerical and office duties.
• Presentations outside the hospital as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant Activities: Read, concentrate, think analytically
• Frequent Activities: Stand; Sit; Walk; Use hands to touch, handle or feel; Talk; Hear
• Occasional Activities: Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead; Taste or smell

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

No