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Prosser Memorial Health
Prosser, Washington

Registered Dietitian - Per Diem

DietitianIncludes callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$31.34-$48.36/hr

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Job Description

Per Diem/ On Call; varies as scheduled.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Dietary Director, the Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing clinical nutrition services, including nutrition assessment, modified diet formulation, self-management training and nutrition intervention to patients/residents. Ensure patient satisfaction, quality care, regulatory agency compliance, and good public relations are achieved through the safe and efficient use of resources.

Education And/or Experience Requirements

  • Two years' experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist preferred.
  • Master’s Degree (Bachelor’s if earned prior to 2023) in Nutrition and Dietetics

Licensure & Certifications Requirements

  • Washington Dietitian Certification and National CDR Registered Dietitian (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
  • Food Handler’s Permit, Language skills, Mathematical skills, Reasoning Ability

Compensation & Benefits

  • Pay Range: $31.34-$48.36
  • Excellent health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Generous paid time off

Why Prosser?

Prosser Memorial Health is proud to be the ONLY Critical Access Hospital in Washington State with a 5-Star CMS rating and ranked among the Top 10 Recommended Hospitals in Washington.

Community Highlights

  • Friendly, welcoming community at the heart of Washington wine country
  • 300 days of sunshine with easy access to the Yakima River and outdoor recreation
  • Just 30 minutes from the Tri-Cities (Pasco, Kennewick, Richland) and the Tri-Cities Airport (PSC)
  • Cost of living 18% lower than the national average
  • Quick 30-minute flights to Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR

National Recognition

#1 Best Suburbs to Buy a House in WA (Niche)

#1 Best Places to Live in WA (AreaVibes)

#1 Most Secure Mid-Sized City in the U.S.

Join Our Team!

At Prosser Memorial Health, you’ll find more than just a job—you’ll find a community and a mission. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, this is an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment, with state-of-the-art facilities and an outstanding team.

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Dietitian provides clinical nutrition services including assessments, diet formulation, and patient intervention. They are responsible for ensuring quality care, regulatory compliance, and patient satisfaction within the facility.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and possess Washington Dietitian Certification and CDR registration. Two years of experience is preferred, along with a valid Food Handler's permit.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Dietitian Career Context

Of the 43 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 37% are remote, 30% have no call, 77% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

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

Top contract/1099 Dietitian Jobs

43 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution26 jobs · 25 employers

4
<$85k
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$85k-95k
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$95k-105k
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$115k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks25 jobs

401k / retirement match
68% this job
Sign-on bonus
48%
CME allowance
28%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,208 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Prosser

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$391k
Median resident rent
$944/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Kennewick-Richland, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Prosser Memorial Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Prosser, Washington
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Excellent health, dental, and vision benefits
Retirement plan with employer contributions
Generous paid time off