Clinical Dietitian- Modesto, CA
Listed compensation
$83k-$110k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job description
Take the next step in your career with Morrison Healthcare as a [[extTitle]] in Modesto, CA!
Location: Morrison Healthcare at Doctor's Hospital ModestoSetting: acute careSchedule: Mon-Fri, rotating weekends, 1 day potentially working remotelyRequirement: RD CredentialSalary: $83,000-$110,000Other Forms of Compensation: meal plan, CEU's phone stipend
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
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 an acute care 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 food service 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
- 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
- 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!
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Dietitian will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and develop individualized care plans in an acute care setting. They will also educate patients and staff while contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible for the CDR exam. A license to practice in the state is required, and healthcare experience is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Dietitian Career Context
Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 32% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
In California, the Clinical Nutrition weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (320 salary observations; 537 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 California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$97k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $87k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Compass Group ranks #7 of 10 employers hiring Dietitian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Clinical Nutrition pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
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