E-3 Visa Registered Dietitian Jobs
Registered 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 dietitians can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in a lottery, making this one of the more direct paths to clinical or community nutrition work across U.S. healthcare systems.
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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 Registered Dietitian
Verify your credentials before applying
U.S. employers expect you to hold or be eligible for a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Confirm your Australian qualifications meet CDR eligibility before you start outreach, since sponsorship offers depend on it.
Target healthcare systems over private clinics
Hospital networks, VA medical centers, and large outpatient health systems file LCAs regularly and have HR teams familiar with work visa processes. Smaller private practices rarely have the infrastructure to sponsor an E-3 visa, so focus your search where sponsorship processes already exist.
Search for E-3 sponsorship using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Registered Dietitian roles with active E-3 visa sponsorship. The platform filters specifically for Australian applicants, so you're not sorting through listings from employers unfamiliar with the E-3 process.
Clarify E-3 sponsorship early in interviews
Bring up your visa needs during the first substantive conversation, not after an offer. Employers who have sponsored E-3 visas before will recognize the process immediately; those who haven't may need time to confirm with legal counsel before extending an offer.
Understand what your employer must file
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your visa application can proceed. The LCA certifies your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for Registered Dietitians in that geographic area, which is determined by the DOL's OFLC wage data.
Handle the filing cleanly from offer to consulate
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. Errors in the LCA or DS-160 are the most common cause of delays for dietitian applicants, and a structured process eliminates them.
E-3 Visa Registered Dietitian: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Registered Dietitian jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. It filters listings by visa type so you're only seeing employers who can actually support your application, rather than sifting through postings from employers unfamiliar with the E-3 process.
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 Registered Dietitian role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Registered Dietitian positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related field, which satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation standard. USCIS looks for a direct relationship between the degree field and the duties performed, and RDN roles meet that threshold clearly. Your Australian qualification also needs to be degree-equivalent, which a three-year Australian bachelor's degree typically satisfies.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian dietitians?
The E-3 is exclusively available to Australian nationals and has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply any time you have a job offer. The H-1B visa subjects most applicants to a randomized lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate each year. For Australian dietitians with a qualifying offer, the E-3 is a far more predictable path, and the employer filing burden is lower.
Can I transfer my E-3 visa if I change dietitian employers in the U.S.?
You can change employers, but the E-3 doesn't transfer automatically. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need to either apply for a new E-3 visa stamp at a consulate or, in some cases, file a change of status with USCIS if you're already in the U.S. Gaps in employment between the old and new employer carry compliance risk, so timing your transition carefully matters.