High Risk Clinical Dietitian - Driscoll Children's Hospital : Job Details

About Us

Driscoll Children's Hospital has been a leader in pediatric healthcare for South Texas since 1953. As a non-profit, freestanding children's hospital, Driscoll is dedicated exclusively to the care of infants, children, and adolescents, providing compassionate, comprehensive, and specialized care to more than 45 counties in the region.

At Driscoll, our High Risk Outpatient Clinic provides multidisciplinary care to medically complex children, including premature infants and children with chronic conditions. Our clinical dietitians play a key role in supporting growth, nutrition, and long-term health outcomes for these vulnerable patients.

Join a team where your expertise makes a difference—and where every child matters. Learn more about our amazing organization at

Position Details:

Title: High Risk Clinical Dietitian

Location: High Risk Outpatient Clinic - Harlingen, TX

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

This position qualifies for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

New graduates are encouraged to apply! Upcoming or recent graduates may interview for our Clinical Dietitian roles prior to completing and passing their Registered Dietitian certification exam.

The High Risk Clinical Dietitian focuses on direct patient care for infants and children aged 0 to 3 years. You will work in an outpatient setting, providing evidence-based medical nutrition therapy to former NICU graduates and other high-risk patients. Your role will involve conducting thorough nutritional assessments, formulating care plans, and educating patients, families, and healthcare teams on nutritional interventions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in nutrition or related field granted by a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education (USDE) recognized accrediting agency or foreign equivalent, and coursework through an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited Didactic (DPD), Coordinated (CP), Graduate Program (GP) or Foreign (FDE) program.
• Successful completion of Dietetic Internship Program approved by Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Has met the didactic and supervised practice requirements to write the registration examination for dietitian nutritionist, has Verification Statement. Eligible for registration.
• Pediatric experience preferred, not required.
• Zero to 6 years' experience in nutrition care, education, counseling, private practice, community/public health, school system, long-term care or related field with valid NDTR credential or other professional designation.
• Bilingual (Spanish): Ability to speak and write Spanish highly preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Certification by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• State licensure by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) must be obtained with 90 days of hire.
• Food Manager's Certification or Food Safety Certification must be obtained with 90 days of hire.
• Basic Life Skills (BLS) Certification must be obtained with 90 days of hire. Delete category if not applicable.
• Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive salaries with sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. We also provide ongoing professional development opportunities to support your career growth.

For a detailed overview of our benefits, visit: Driscoll Children's Hospital Employee Benefits.

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