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Lawrenceburg, Tennessee

Outpatient Registered Dietitian

DietitianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 2h ago · Verified live

Job description

Location

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg Pay Rate: Hourly - Hourly Plan, 30.00 USD Hourly Work Shift: Job Description We’re looking for a friendly, compassionate leader to join our culinary team!

Guide patients, families, and facility staff on all aspects of medical nutrition therapy to create a healthy and healing environment. Build relationships with physicians and nurses to support patient satisfaction and achieve quality care that meets each patient’s nutritional needs.
Responsibilities
Outpatient Registered Dietitian at Southern Tennessee Regional Hospital in Lawrenceburg, TN
Starting rate: $30/hr (Negotiable based on experience)
Flexible schedule with Part-Time and Full-Time hours available!
Experience in Pediatrics and Diabetes Management strongly preferred.
Complete nutritional assessments and provide interventions using evidence-based practices for both inpatient and outpatient care
Provide education to patients, families, nursing, food service, and other facility staff on nutritional needs
Document assessment of patients with nutritional goals and interventions in the medical record
Communicate with physicians and clinical staff on patients’ nutritional status
Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets and supplements
Attend patient rounds and maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance
Skills
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds
Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food and Nutrition or related field
Knowledge of regulatory standards
Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software
What We Offer
Paid time off (vacation and sick)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career development and ongoing training
Important to Know
Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.
Who is HHS
HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.
We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient educationClinical documentationTeamwork

Dietitian Career Context

Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 32% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

In Tennessee, the Clinical Nutrition weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$67k (48 salary observations; 134 listings), vs ~$77k nationally (2,781 salary observations; 7,020 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Clinical Nutrition pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$62k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks21 jobs · 20 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
43%
Relocation assistance
19%
Sign-on bonus
10%
PSLF eligible
10%

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Work-life snapshot

4.8/ 10
Listing-based score

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

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About HHS

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1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with Employer Match
Employee Assistance Program
Career Development
Ongoing Training