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Compass Group
San Antonio, Texas

Outpatient Pediatric Dietitian

Dietitian Above average in Pediatrics (Dietitian)No weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 56m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Take the next step in your career with Morrison Healthcare as an Outpatient Pediatric Dietitian in San Antonio, TX!

Relocation Assistance Available!

Morrison Healthcare is hiring full-time Outpatient Pediatric Dietitians to join the team at CHRISTUS Children’s Hospital, working Monday–Friday in a variety of specialty settings. If you’re passionate about pediatric nutrition—or ready to take your career in a new direction—this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of children and their families.

We’re looking for compassionate, collaborative RDNs to support patients across a variety of specialties, including:

Primary Care

GI

Pulmonary

Neurology

Bariatrics

Whether you’re an experienced pediatric dietitian or an RDN looking to explore a new area of practice, we’d love to connect with you!

Apply today, and a recruiter will reach out to learn more about your career goals and discuss the position(s) that may be a great fit for you.

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

  • Education Reimbursement – Financial support for advanced learning
  • Career Advancement – Growth programs tailored to RDNs, including our clinical ladder program
  • Board Certifications – Financial rewards for obtaining specialty certifications
  • Relocation Assistance – Support when moving 50+ miles (based on location)
  • Professional Membership Dues, CDR, & Licensure Coverage – We cover your professional fees
  • 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.

At Compass Group, we prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth with a comprehensive benefits package:

  • Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
  • Financial Security – Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
  • Retirement Ready – 401(k) and retirement plans to invest in your future
  • Time Off – Flexible/Paid Time Off and holiday pay (varies by site/state), Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave
  • Exclusive Perks – Shopping discounts, commuter benefits, and more
  • Wellness & Support – Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, and health programs
  • Protection Plans – Identity Theft Protection and pet insurance

Job Summary

Make a real impact as a Clinical Dietitian! You’ll provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and education in the pediatric outpatient setting, 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 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 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
  • Healthcare experience preferred—new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply

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   Apply to Compass Group today!

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Associates may be eligible for additional paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Dietitian will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and develop individualized care plans in a pediatric outpatient setting. They will also educate patients and families on nutrition strategies while collaborating with the healthcare team to improve patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible for the CDR exam. A state license is required or must be obtained, and while healthcare experience is preferred, new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Nutritional AssessmentPatient EducationCare PlanningQuality ImprovementDietary Counseling

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Pediatric Dietitian at Compass Group a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics (Dietitian) — ranked against 74 active Pediatrics (Dietitian) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Pediatrics — Dietitian Career Context

Compass Group ranks #5 of 15 employers hiring Dietitian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Dietitian listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 24% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

6.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Pediatrics (Dietitian)

  • No weekends

Living in San Antonio

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$226k
Typical market rent
$1,386/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Compass Group

Food and Beverage Services
Chertsey, Surrey
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Education Reimbursement
Career Advancement
Board Certifications financial rewards
Relocation Assistance
Professional Membership Dues, CDR, & Licensure Coverage
Free CEUs
Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision plans
Financial Security - Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage