Dietitian Jobs in Missouri

Dietitian jobs in Missouri are concentrated in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where large health systems, university medical centers, and long-term care networks maintain steady hiring pipelines. BJC HealthCare, Mercy Health, and SSM Health are among the most consistent employers, with openings at every level from entry-level clinical positions to senior outpatient and management roles. The most in-demand specialties are clinical nutrition, renal dietetics, and pediatric nutrition. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top employerBJC HealthCare
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring25
Work type82% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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EmVenio Research
Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
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EmVenio Research
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Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
EmVenio Research
Kansas City, Missouri
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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EmVenio Research
Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
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Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
EmVenio Research
St. Louis, Missouri
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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EmVenio Research
Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
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Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
EmVenio Research
Springfield, Missouri
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Saint Francis Healthcare
Clinical Dietitian
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Saint Francis Healthcare
New 9h ago
Clinical Dietitian
Saint Francis Healthcare
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
VCS Dietitian
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VCS Dietitian
US Department of Veterans Affairs
St. Louis, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
On-Site
Master's degree
10,000+

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Dietitian Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
10 jobs
Springfield
4 jobs
Farmington
3 jobs
Chesterfield
3 jobs
Fulton
2 jobs
Columbia
2 jobs
Kansas City
2 jobs
Blue Springs
2 jobs
Independence
2 jobs

Dietitian Job Market in Missouri

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

Who's Hiring

BJC HealthCare
BJC HealthCare5 open roles
State of Missouri
State of Missouri5 open roles
DiningRD
DiningRD3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Technology & Software

What Missouri Employers Look For

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

  • Active Missouri dietitian license issued by the Missouri Division of Professional Registration
  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related field
  • Completion of an accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice program
  • Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong clinical assessment and medical nutrition therapy skills for patient care settings

Dietitian Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a dietitian in Missouri?

Missouri requires dietitians to hold an active state license issued by the Missouri Division of Professional Registration under the State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts. To qualify, you need a bachelor's degree or higher in dietetics or nutrition from an accredited program, completion of an accredited supervised practice internship, and a passing score on the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam. Once credentialed, you apply for the Missouri license before practicing.

How much do dietitians make in Missouri?

Dietitians in Missouri earn a median of about $65,450 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,980 for the lowest 10% to over $85,900 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire dietitians in Missouri?

Missouri dietitian roles are posted by BJC HealthCare, State of Missouri, and DiningRD and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems, including academic medical centers in St. Louis and community hospitals across the state, account for the majority of consistent openings.

Which Missouri cities have the most dietitian jobs?

St. Louis, Springfield, and Farmington lead Missouri in dietitian openings. St. Louis and Kansas City drive the bulk of demand through their dense concentrations of major hospital systems, academic medical centers, and corporate wellness programs, while Springfield's growing Mercy and CoxHealth networks sustain a strong regional market for clinical and outpatient nutrition roles.

Are there remote dietitian jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're limited. About 18% of dietitian openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, patient-facing nature of most clinical nutrition roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote work are telehealth nutrition counseling, corporate wellness consulting, and health coaching positions that do not require direct bedside or facility-based care.

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

The most realistic entry point is applying for new-graduate clinical nutrition positions or dietetic internship completion roles at Missouri's large health systems, where BJC HealthCare, SSM Health, and Mercy Health periodically post roles explicitly open to recent graduates. Candidates who hold their Registered Dietitian credential and Missouri license immediately stand out over those still awaiting results. Lateral entry from roles such as diet technician, nutrition assistant, or food service coordinator within a hospital setting is a common path into full dietitian positions at the same institution.

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

You can find and apply to dietitian jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings from employers across the state. Search the roles that match your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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