Lead Dietitian
Listed compensation
$70k-$72k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Take the next step in your career with Morrison Healthcare as a Lead Dietitian in SUNNYVALE, TX!
Location: Morrison Healthcare at Baylor Scott and White SunnyvaleSetting: acute careSchedule: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pmRequirement: RD credential, acute care experience Position Details: The Lead Registered Dietitian will oversee all clinical services in a 68 bed facility as well as be a part of the team overseeing foodservice operations.
The role may include patient nutrition, menu planning, food safety, regulatory compliance, staff education and quality improvement. Salary: $70,000-$72,000Other Forms of Compensation: CEU's, AND and CDR dues paid, tuition and education reimbursement
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
We’re seeking an Advanced Practice Dietitian to provide evidence-based nutrition care, serve as a clinical leader within the healthcare team, and promote positive patient outcomes through innovation and expertise.
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 and lead 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 clinical and departmental staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable
What We’re Looking For
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with five years of experience
- Master’s degree in nutrition
- Advanced Practice Certification through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), preferred
- Licensed Dietitian (or willing to obtain) in the state of practice as applicable
- Healthcare experience preferred
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- 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 programs, 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!
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position.
While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: info.flclearinghouse.com
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.
Key Responsibilities
The Lead Dietitian will oversee clinical nutrition services and foodservice operations in an acute care facility while performing nutritional assessments and developing care plans. They will also lead quality improvement initiatives, provide staff education, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
Requirements
Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with at least five years of experience and a Master’s degree in nutrition. An Advanced Practice Certification through the CDR is preferred, and candidates must be licensed or willing to obtain licensure in the state of practice.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Dietitian Career Context
Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 30% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
In Texas, the Clinical Nutrition weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$80k (43 salary observations; 276 listings), vs ~$78k nationally (1,148 salary observations; 4,189 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 Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$71k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $73k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Lead Dietitian at Compass Group 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 3,208 active Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$71k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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