Dietitian Jobs in Arkansas

Dietitian jobs in Arkansas are consistently active, with steady demand coming from hospital systems, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and community health programs. Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith are the primary hiring hubs, with large employers like Baptist Health, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and Walmart Health anchoring much of the demand. The most in-demand specialties are clinical nutrition, renal dietetics, and pediatric nutrition. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles19
Top employerMorrison Healthcare
Top cityJonesboro, AR
Cities hiring10
Work type50% Remote
Top industryHealthcare

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Clinical Dietitian - Full Time
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Clinical Dietitian - Full Time
Mercy
Rogers, Arkansas
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Master's degree
10,000+

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Dietitian - Saco
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Dietitian - Saco
St. Bernards Healthcare
Jonesboro, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Master's degree

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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist-FT
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist-FT
Arcare
Conway, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Registered Clinical Dietitian
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Registered Clinical Dietitian
Baptist Health
Little Rock, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Bachelor's degree

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Clinical Dietitian - Nutritional Services
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Clinical Dietitian - Nutritional Services
St. Bernards Healthcare
Jonesboro, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Bachelor's degree

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Dietitian Jobs by City in Arkansas

Where Arkansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jonesboro
5 jobs
Little Rock
5 jobs
Springdale
2 jobs
Benton
1 job
Conway
1 job
Rogers
1 job
Bentonville
1 job
Hot Springs
1 job
Forrest City
1 job

Dietitian Job Market in Arkansas

A snapshot from current Arkansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Morrison Healthcare3 open roles
St. Bernards Healthcare3 open roles
Encompass Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Arkansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in dietitian jobs across Arkansas.

  • Active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential recognized in Arkansas via CDR registration
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related field
  • Completed accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice program
  • Experience with electronic health records such as Epic or Meditech
  • Strong assessment skills for developing individualized medical nutrition therapy plans
  • Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams in acute or outpatient settings

Dietitian Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a dietitian in Arkansas?

To work as a dietitian in Arkansas, you need to earn the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration, which requires completing an accredited dietetics program, finishing a supervised practice internship, and passing the national registration examination. Arkansas does not currently issue a separate state license for dietitians, so CDR registration serves as the primary professional credential recognized by Arkansas employers when screening candidates.

How much do dietitians make in Arkansas?

Dietitians in Arkansas earn a median of about $65,540 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,700 for the lowest 10% to over $174,060 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire dietitians in Arkansas?

Employers hiring dietitians in Arkansas right now include Morrison Healthcare, St. Bernards Healthcare, and Encompass Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arkansas's strong network of regional hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and long-term care facilities means consistent openings for both clinical and community-focused dietitian roles.

Which Arkansas cities have the most dietitian jobs?

The Arkansas cities with the most dietitian openings are Jonesboro, Little Rock, and Springdale. Little Rock drives the highest volume as the state capital and home to its largest hospital systems and academic medical institutions, while Fayetteville and Fort Smith reflect the growing healthcare infrastructure supporting Northwest Arkansas's expanding population and the River Valley region's long-term care and outpatient networks.

Are there remote dietitian jobs in Arkansas?

Yes, but they're limited. About 100% of dietitian openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the fact that most dietitian work is hands-on and involves direct patient assessment in clinical or care settings. The roles most likely to offer remote flexibility are those focused on telehealth nutrition counseling, wellness program coordination, or population health management for insurance and managed care organizations.

How can I get hired as a dietitian in Arkansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for diet technician or nutrition assistant roles at Arkansas hospital systems like Baptist Health or UAMS Medical Center while you complete or have just completed your supervised practice hours. Arkansas Children's Hospital and several Arkansas-based long-term care networks periodically bring on new-graduate dietitians through structured onboarding cohorts. Having your CDR registration in hand, even without years of experience, is the single biggest differentiator when competing for those entry-level clinical nutrition positions.

Where can I find and apply to dietitian jobs in Arkansas?

You can find and apply to dietitian jobs in Arkansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that match your credentials and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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