Dietitian Jobs in Colorado
Dietitian jobs in Colorado are consistently active, with demand concentrated in hospital systems, outpatient clinical nutrition, school and public health programs, and corporate wellness, from entry-level clinical roles to senior leadership positions. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder anchor most of the hiring, with well-established employers like UCHealth, Centura Health, and Children's Hospital Colorado maintaining steady openings across specialties. The most in-demand areas are renal nutrition, eating disorder treatment, and pediatric dietetics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Department: Nutrition Therapy
Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Days
- Flex hours Monday-Friday, rotating weekend coverage
Pay: $29.54 - $44.31 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option
Position Description:
As a Clinical Dietitian that practices in nutrition therapy and nutrition support, this individual will provide coverage for the solid organ transplant setting working with liver, kidney/pancreas, heart, lung, and ventricular assist device (VAD) programs. We prefer an RD who has a strong nutrition support background, works well with the interprofessional health care team and can comfortably flex from the inpatient to outpatient setting.
Minimum Experience:
- Three years' clinical nutrition experience preferred Minimum Education:
- Bachelor's in Human Nutrition or related field required with completion of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics-approved dietetic internship. Master's preferred. Spanish fluency preferred.
Minimum Licensure/Certification:
Current Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD/RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration required AND Current Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) with the National Board of Nutrition Support Certification preferred.
At UCHealth dietitians get great job perks such as:
- Career Advancement: Clinical ladder to enhance career growth.
- Board Certifications: financial support for certification exams.
- CEU Support CEUs are provided to staff, can vary based on budget
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. *
Recognition
- Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
- Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
- Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
- Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
- Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Department: Nutrition Therapy
Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Days
- Flex hours Monday-Friday, rotating weekend coverage
Pay: $29.54 - $44.31 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option
Position Description:
As a Clinical Dietitian that practices in nutrition therapy and nutrition support, this individual will provide coverage for the solid organ transplant setting working with liver, kidney/pancreas, heart, lung, and ventricular assist device (VAD) programs. We prefer an RD who has a strong nutrition support background, works well with the interprofessional health care team and can comfortably flex from the inpatient to outpatient setting.
Minimum Experience:
- Three years' clinical nutrition experience preferred Minimum Education:
- Bachelor's in Human Nutrition or related field required with completion of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics-approved dietetic internship. Master's preferred. Spanish fluency preferred.
Minimum Licensure/Certification:
Current Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD/RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration required AND Current Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) with the National Board of Nutrition Support Certification preferred.
At UCHealth dietitians get great job perks such as:
- Career Advancement: Clinical ladder to enhance career growth.
- Board Certifications: financial support for certification exams.
- CEU Support CEUs are provided to staff, can vary based on budget
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. *
Recognition
- Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
- Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
- Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
- Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
- Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
Who We Are (uchealth.org)
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dietitian jobs across Colorado.
- Active Colorado dietitian license issued by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Completion of an ACEND-accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice program
- Bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a closely related field
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong clinical assessment and medical nutrition therapy skills for patient-facing roles
Dietitian Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a dietitian in Colorado?
To practice as a dietitian in Colorado, you must hold an active license issued by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, Division of Professions and Occupations. That requires completing an accredited bachelor's or graduate degree in dietetics or nutrition, finishing a supervised dietetic internship, and passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration examination to earn the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential before applying for the Colorado license.
How much do dietitians make in Colorado?
Dietitians in Colorado earn a median of about $75,510 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,840 for the lowest 10% to over $114,350 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire dietitians in Colorado?
Employers hiring dietitians in Colorado right now include Children's Hospital Colorado, UCHealth, and DiningRD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Colorado's large integrated health systems and specialty hospitals generate the most consistent volume, particularly for clinical and outpatient nutrition roles.
Which Colorado cities have the most dietitian jobs?
Aurora, Denver, and Colorado Springs hold the most dietitian openings in Colorado. Denver leads because it concentrates the state's largest hospital networks and healthcare anchor institutions, while Colorado Springs and Boulder contribute meaningful volume through regional medical centers, university health programs, and a growing outpatient and wellness sector that draws employers to those metros.
Are there remote dietitian jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because many dietitian roles require direct patient assessment or hands-on clinical work. About 24% of dietitian openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. The roles most likely to be remote are telephonic nutrition counseling, corporate wellness consulting, and diabetes education programs that use telehealth platforms.
How can I get hired as a dietitian in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a dietetic internship or new-graduate clinical nutrition position at a large Colorado health system such as UCHealth or Centura Health, both of which rotate early-career dietitians through inpatient and outpatient settings. Candidates who hold their Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential and a Colorado license immediately stand out, and lateral experience as a nutrition assistant, diet technician, or community health worker can accelerate hiring decisions at Colorado hospitals and public health agencies.
Where can I find and apply to dietitian jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to dietitian jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Colorado employers. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to each position that fits.
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