Clinical Dietitian II
Listed compensation
$53.98-$75.57/hr
The week · per this postingWeekdays only
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and time off.
Job Description
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital
Position Overview
Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-management Education/Training (DSMT). Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner.
Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
Job Description
Education
Completion of an accredited degree program and a supervised practice program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
Certification & Licensure
- RD-Registered Dietitian within 90 days
- OR RDN-Registered Dietitian Nutritionist within 90 days
- OR CSDH – Certified Specialist in Digestive Health
- OR CSR – Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition
- OR CSG – Certified Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition
- OR CSP – Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition
- OR CSPCC – Certified Specialist in Pediatric Critical Care Nutrition
- OR CSO – Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition
- OR CSOWM – Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management
- OR CSSD – Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics
- OR CDCES – Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
- OR CNSC – Certified Nutrition Support Clinician
Typical Experience
2 years recent relevant experience
Skills and Knowledge
Provides complex care using a strong understanding of human anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, laboratory results, and medical terminology.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).
Ability To
Interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Work autonomously, as well as part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Compassionately and effectively interact with patients and staff with diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors.
Retain and apply new knowledge and skills.
Job Shift
Days
Schedule: Per Diem/Casual
Shift Hours
8
Days of the Week
Variable
Weekend Requirements
None
Benefits
No
Unions
No
Position Status: Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
0
Employee Status
Per Diem/Casual
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
- Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
- Pay Range is $53.98 to $75.57 / hour
The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location.
Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and Diabetes Self-management Education to patients based on their specific diagnoses. Collaborates with healthcare providers and families to implement and monitor effective patient care plans.
Requirements
Requires completion of an accredited degree and supervised practice program in nutrition and dietetics. Candidates must hold or obtain a Registered Dietitian or equivalent specialty certification within 90 days and have at least 2 years of relevant experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Dietitian Career Context
Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 32% have no call, 44% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in clinical nutrition (dietitian) | ranked against 2,880 Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $112k–$157k | Clinical Nutrition median $94k (middle half $83k–$102k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$126k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Clinical Nutrition listings in Washington | 64 active | 2,987 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 58% remote · 32% no call · 44% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US Dietitian listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 3% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Clinical Nutrition listings | 1,121 in the last 30 days | 616 the 30 days before (+82%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Dietitian II at Sutter Health 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 2,880 active Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$135k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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