Independent Contractor Registered Dietitian
Listed compensation
$50-$60/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Benefits
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Job Title: 1099 Independent Contractor Registered Dietitian (Telehealth)
- Location: North Carolina (100% Remote/Telehealth)
Specialty: Eating Disorders & Diabetes Care
Compensation: Fee-for-service, 1099 contract
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) to join our telehealth team as an independent contractor. You will provide specialized medical nutrition therapy to patients managing eating disorders and diabetes in North Carolina. This role offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact from the comfort of your own home or office.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct one-on-one telehealth nutrition assessments and counseling sessions for patients with eating disorders (e. g., ARFID, anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder) and diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, gestational).
Develop personalized, evidence-based nutrition care plans that align with patients’ medical, emotional, and cultural needs.
- Collaborate with referring physicians, therapists, and care teams to ensure coordinated, holistic care.
- Maintain timely and accurate electronic health record (EHR) documentation.
- Provide education, resources, and ongoing support to help patients achieve sustainable health goals.
- Adhere to all HIPAA and telehealth compliance standards.
Requirements
- Must be a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) with active licensure in North Carolina.
- Must be currently credentialed with North Carolina Medicaid or willing to enroll immediately upon hiring.
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience working with eating disorders and diabetes management.
- Strong knowledge of HAES (Health at Every Size), intuitive eating, and trauma-informed care principles preferred.
- Proficient in telehealth platforms and comfortable with technology.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport in a virtual setting.
- Must have a dedicated, private workspace and reliable high-speed internet.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS).
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team for eating disorder treatment.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.
What We Offer
- Flexible schedule—set your own hours.
- Competitive per-session or hourly rate (paid via 1099).
- Administrative and billing support (including Medicaid billing).
- Ongoing professional development and peer consultation opportunities.
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with eating disorder and diabetes care, as well as your current Medicaid credentialing status in NC,
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Note: This is a 1099 contractor position. You will be responsible for your own taxes, and no benefits or withholdings are provided.
Flexible work from home options available.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Dietitian Career Context
Of the 40 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 25% have no call, 73% require no weekends — this position is remote.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in clinical nutrition (dietitian) | ranked against 3,048 Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $104k–$125k | Clinical Nutrition median $109k (middle half $94k–$135k)31 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 40% remote · 25% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Independent Contractor Registered Dietitian at Global Outreach Telerehabilitation a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) — ranked against 3,048 active Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
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