Clinical Dietitian II
Listed compensation
$53.25-$74.55/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, benefits and time off.
Job Description
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness
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
- Master's degree
- OR RD/RDN evidencing the completion of the required level of education
Certification & Licensure
- RD-Registered Dietitian
- OR RDN-Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
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
As Needed
Benefits
No
Unions
No
Position Status: Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
0
Employee Status
Per Diem/Casual
- Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
- Pay Range is $53.25 to $74.55 / 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 while implementing care plans based on diagnoses. Ensures patient safety and privacy while collaborating with healthcare providers and families to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree or RD/RDN certification along with at least two years of recent relevant experience. Candidates must possess strong clinical knowledge, effective communication skills, and proficiency in electronic health records.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Dietitian Career Context
Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 24% have no call, 46% require no weekends.
In California, the Clinical Nutrition weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (346 salary observations; 684 listings), vs ~$78k nationally (2,511 salary observations; 8,545 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $111k–$155k | Clinical Nutrition median $100k (middle half $98k–$109k)21 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| California vs national | $93k median in California | $78k nationally (+19%)346 state / 2,511 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$120k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Clinical Nutrition listings in California | 292 active | 3,112 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 50% remote · 24% no call · 46% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
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