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Aramark
Chesapeake, Virginia

PRN Dietitian

DietitianIncludes callIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$35.00–$45.00 /hr

The week · per this posting

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking a PRN Consulting Dietitian to join our engaged nutrition team at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center in Chesapeake, VA!

Schedule: Flexible. Quarterly Weekend Coverage Required

About the Hospital: Chesapeake Regional Healthcare is a health system laser-focused on innovation, known for making medical history in the region and providing patients with truly personal care. Its hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, is the only independent, community-based hospital in Hampton Roads.

We have the best heart attack survival rates of the major systems in the region, a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center, and open-heart surgical care.

With a state-of-the-art neuro-interventional suite, comprehensive cancer care, the most preferred Labor & Delivery program in the area, over 40 practice locations, Chesapeake Regional’s technologically advanced health care saves lives every day.

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate for this position is $35.00 to $45.00 per hour. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.

Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity. Job Responsibilities

Assess patient's nutritional status and develop individualized nutrition plans based on their medical history, current health status, and specific needs

Provide education and counseling to patients and their families on proper nutrition, healthy eating habits, and lifestyle changes

Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement clinical protocols and best practices for nutrition care

Monitor patients' progress and make modifications to their nutrition plans as needed

Stay up-to-date with the latest research and developments in the field of clinical nutrition

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master’s degree in nutrition or a related field.
  • Registered Dietitian (RD) certification or RD eligible
  • At least one year of clinical experience preferred
  • Licensed Dietitian status in Virginia or able to obtain within 6 months of hire
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Passion for improving patient outcomes through high-quality nutrition care

Conditions of employment may or may not include busy hospital and outpatient settings, from patient rooms/floors to kitchen/serving areas. About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.

Learn more about working here at aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Key Responsibilities

Assess patient nutritional status to develop and implement individualized nutrition plans. Collaborate with healthcare teams to provide patient education and monitor progress according to clinical protocols.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition and Registered Dietitian (RD) certification or eligibility. Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure in Virginia and possess at least one year of clinical experience.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient assessmentNutrition counselingInterdisciplinary collaborationInterpersonal skillsMedical history analysisNutrition planning

Dietitian Career Context

Of the 40 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 23% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

In Virginia, the Clinical Nutrition weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$77k (39 salary observations; 168 listings), vs ~$78k nationally (906 salary observations; 3,973 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Clinical Nutrition pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top contract/1099 Dietitian Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution25 jobs

9
<$85k
9
$85k-100k
4
$100k-115k
3
$115k-130k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs

401k / retirement match
68% this job
Sign-on bonus
43%
CME allowance
32%
Relocation assistance
4%
PSLF eligible
4%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,187 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Chesapeake

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$349k
Typical market rent
$2,092/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Aramark

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Work/Life Resources
Retirement Savings Plans (401k)
Paid Days Off
Parental Leave
Disability Coverage