E-3 Visa Dietitian Jobs
Dietitian roles in the U.S. qualify as E-3 specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics or nutrition. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without entering a lottery, making it one of the most direct paths to a registered dietitian position in the United States.
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With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to provide medical nutrition therapy for patients.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Bachelor’s Degree with focus in Dietetics
Licenses and Certifications
(RD) REGISTERED DIETITIAN credentialed as a Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Upon Hire and
(LDIE) LICENSED DIETITIAN licensed with the state of Texas as a Dietitian Upon Hire
Candidates who are awaiting examination and credentialing are welcome to apply with the expectation the (RD) and (LDIE) are obtained within 6 months of hire date
Preferred
Experience
1 year experience in a healthcare setting.
JOB DUTIES
- Collects nutritional data from patient medical records and evaluation instruments.
- Documents and provides medical nutrition therapy for prevention and treatment of diseases.
- Prepares special diet menus for patients requiring special dietary treatment.
- Assesses diets and nutritional status of patients throughout life cycle. Provides nutrition counseling and education as appropriate.
- Performs and manages nutrient analysis through use of computer.
- Interacts with various health care team members such as physicians, nurses, and hospital floor receptionists. Confers with health care team members as to dietary and/or nutritional needs of patients.
- Evaluates outcomes of nutrition interventions.
- Develops and/or revises nutrition education materials.
- Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions:
a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients
b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants;
c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records)
d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to provide medical nutrition therapy for patients.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Bachelor’s Degree with focus in Dietetics
Licenses and Certifications
(RD) REGISTERED DIETITIAN credentialed as a Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Upon Hire and
(LDIE) LICENSED DIETITIAN licensed with the state of Texas as a Dietitian Upon Hire
Candidates who are awaiting examination and credentialing are welcome to apply with the expectation the (RD) and (LDIE) are obtained within 6 months of hire date
Preferred
Experience
1 year experience in a healthcare setting.
JOB DUTIES
- Collects nutritional data from patient medical records and evaluation instruments.
- Documents and provides medical nutrition therapy for prevention and treatment of diseases.
- Prepares special diet menus for patients requiring special dietary treatment.
- Assesses diets and nutritional status of patients throughout life cycle. Provides nutrition counseling and education as appropriate.
- Performs and manages nutrient analysis through use of computer.
- Interacts with various health care team members such as physicians, nurses, and hospital floor receptionists. Confers with health care team members as to dietary and/or nutritional needs of patients.
- Evaluates outcomes of nutrition interventions.
- Develops and/or revises nutrition education materials.
- Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions:
a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients
b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants;
c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records)
d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Dietitian
Verify your CDR credential before applying
U.S. employers expect Commission on Dietetic Registration credentials or a clear equivalency pathway. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved body before you start applying so you can answer sponsorship readiness questions on the spot.
Target health systems with active LCA histories
Hospital networks, Veterans Affairs facilities, and large outpatient clinic groups file LCAs regularly and have established immigration workflows. Search DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway disclosure data to confirm an employer has filed LCAs for dietitian roles before.
Search for E-3 dietitian roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to find dietitian positions where employers already understand E-3 visa sponsorship requirements, cutting out the time spent educating hiring managers about the visa from scratch.
Clarify state licensure timing with your offer
Most states require a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist license before you can practice, not just before the visa is approved. Negotiate a start date that gives you enough time to sit the CDR exam and receive your state license after arriving.
Confirm the LCA wage level matches your role
Your employer's LCA must certify a prevailing wage at or above the DOL wage level for your specific SOC code and work location. A mismatch between your actual duties and the wage level is one of the most common reasons for E-3 complications at the consulate.
Prepare your specialty occupation evidence package
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees in nutrition or dietetics are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but bring your academic transcripts, course descriptions, and any postgraduate qualifications to your consulate interview to head off equivalency questions.
E-3 Visa Dietitian: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find dietitian jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter dietitian roles specifically by E-3 sponsorship, so you're only seeing employers who are already open to the visa process. Beyond that, hospital systems, community health centers, and VA facilities tend to have more established sponsorship workflows than private practices, which often lack in-house HR experience with E-3 filings.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a dietitian role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Dietitian and nutritionist positions qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related field as a standard entry requirement. The role maps to SOC code 29-1031 under DOL classifications. You'll need to demonstrate the degree requirement applies to the specific position your employer is offering, not just the field generally.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian dietitians?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been reached, so there's no lottery and no random selection. H-1B visa requires entering a lottery with roughly a one-in-four chance of selection for most applicants. For Australian dietitians, the E-3 is the clear first option: you can start the process any time of year, and approval typically follows within weeks of a consulate interview rather than waiting for an October 1 start date.
Can I switch dietitian employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and, in most cases, a new E-3 visa stamp before starting with the new employer. Unlike H-1B portability, the E-3 doesn't allow you to begin work with a new employer on the strength of a pending petition alone. Plan for a gap of several weeks between an accepted offer and your start date to allow for consulate processing.