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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- Rogers, Arkansas
- Clinical Support
- Other Allied Health
- Regular
- Full-time
- Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas
- JR274133
Job Description
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Clinical Dietitian uses evidence-based practice skills, education and experience for clinical care and responsibilities including: Assigned clinical and patient care area of responsibility; clinical collaboration within multidisciplinary team including responsibility for standard operations and evidence-based medicine to meet regulatory compliance. Active participation in Performance Improvement projects, serves as clinical nutrition expert in task forces, team huddles, daily rounds, and multidisciplinary meetings. Participates in In-Services for the nutrition assistants and assists the food service with nutrition, tray line, and diet competency training including makes appropriate menu hangs/substitutions for modified patient menus. Participates in ongoing education and training of competencies for self, new hires, and dietetic interns. Manages multiple tasks efficiently while prioritizing effective patient care. Additionally, Clinical Dietitian is responsible and performs duties with direction from experienced clinician and/or management, for all patient units or service areas, in-patients or out-patients, to assure appropriate identification of patients who are at nutrition risk and to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Services.The Clinical Dietitian assures that the Mercy Mission, Mercy Values, Service Standards, confidentiality, policies and procedures of the department and Health Center are followed. This responsibility includes the appropriate utilization of the Health Center's resources to optimize patient care. Performs any assigned duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Position Details:
Dietician
Full Time
Mercy-Rogers
Requirements:
Education:
Required: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.
Preferred: Master's Degree in Dietetics or related field.
Experience:
Required: 0-3 years of Healthcare experience in clinical dietetics and/or healthcare food service setting.
Preferred: 1-3 years of healthcare experience in clinical dietetics and/or healthcare food service
Certification/Registration:
Required: Both RD and LD status must remain effective and in current status. Current Registered Dietitian with State of Practice License or must be Registry eligible to obtain State of Practice License. Registry eligible candidates must complete registry requirements within the first six months of employment. Credentialing and NPI must also be completed within 6 months of hire.
Other Skills & Knowledge:
Basic computer and office equipment skills.
Basic skills in software programs including Word, E-mail
Advanced presentations skills in PowerPoint or equivalent.
Advanced communicate skills in effectively communicating to patients, guests and co-workers.
Expert-level ability to utilize the full etiology assessment of the nutrition diagnosis
Expert-level critical thinking and clinical skills
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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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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