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Clinical Dietitian roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in dietetics, nutrition, or a related field. Most hospital systems, long-term care networks, and outpatient clinics have active H-1B filing histories, making this one of the more accessible clinical paths to U.S. work authorization.
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11/02/2026
Location: 301 S Power Rd Ste 104, Mesa, Arizona, 85206, United States of America
As a Registered Dietitian at DaVita, you’ll be a part of a Team that values work-life balance and where your personal and professional growth is a top priority.
DaVita has an open position for a Registered Dietitian who will be a vital member of each patient’s core care team. You will analyze lab-work results and educate patients and their families on what to eat accordingly. Your ability to influence and lead will be critical to helping them live better lives. If you love patient-centered health care and knowing patients on a personal level, now is your time to explore your next journey at DaVita.
What you can expect:
- Build meaningful and long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting.
- Be a part of a Team that appreciates, supports and relies on each other in a positive environment.
- Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
What we'll provide:
DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives.
Comprehensive benefits:
- DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package to connect teammates to what matters most.
- We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training and more.
- DaVita provides the opportunities for support for you and your family with family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child, elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance and so much more!
Requirements
- State licensure required if licensure is available in the state where the facility is located
- Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or similar area required
- Ability to work flexible schedules, possibly for multiple facilities and travel when needed
- After hire and training, successful completion of the Competency Assessment for Renal Dietitians (CARD) with a score of at least 80% required
- Intermediate computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook required as well as functional proficiency with DaVita specific applications within 60 days
Now is your time to join Team DaVita. Take the first step and apply now.
DaVita gives preference to eligible and qualified applicants pursuant to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.
At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Beware of Recruitment Fraud
DaVita will never ask for payment or personal financial information at any point in the hiring process, nor will we ever communicate with you using email addresses outside of the DaVita secure network. If you receive a request like this, it is not legitimate. Do not share your information.
Career Growth - From clinical and operations to corporate jobs, our learning and development programs help guide your career journey.
Posting Date
11/02/2026
Location: 301 S Power Rd Ste 104, Mesa, Arizona, 85206, United States of America
As a Registered Dietitian at DaVita, you’ll be a part of a Team that values work-life balance and where your personal and professional growth is a top priority.
DaVita has an open position for a Registered Dietitian who will be a vital member of each patient’s core care team. You will analyze lab-work results and educate patients and their families on what to eat accordingly. Your ability to influence and lead will be critical to helping them live better lives. If you love patient-centered health care and knowing patients on a personal level, now is your time to explore your next journey at DaVita.
What you can expect:
- Build meaningful and long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting.
- Be a part of a Team that appreciates, supports and relies on each other in a positive environment.
- Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
What we'll provide:
DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives.
Comprehensive benefits:
- DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package to connect teammates to what matters most.
- We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training and more.
- DaVita provides the opportunities for support for you and your family with family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child, elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance and so much more!
Requirements
- State licensure required if licensure is available in the state where the facility is located
- Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or similar area required
- Ability to work flexible schedules, possibly for multiple facilities and travel when needed
- After hire and training, successful completion of the Competency Assessment for Renal Dietitians (CARD) with a score of at least 80% required
- Intermediate computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook required as well as functional proficiency with DaVita specific applications within 60 days
Now is your time to join Team DaVita. Take the first step and apply now.
DaVita gives preference to eligible and qualified applicants pursuant to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.
At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Beware of Recruitment Fraud
DaVita will never ask for payment or personal financial information at any point in the hiring process, nor will we ever communicate with you using email addresses outside of the DaVita secure network. If you receive a request like this, it is not legitimate. Do not share your information.
Career Growth - From clinical and operations to corporate jobs, our learning and development programs help guide your career journey.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Clinical Dietitian
Verify your credentials meet RD requirements
USCIS requires proof that your role is a specialty occupation. Having a Registered Dietitian credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration strengthens your petition by tying your foreign degree to a U.S.-recognized professional standard.
Target healthcare systems with cap-exempt status
Hospitals affiliated with universities or nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions year-round without entering the lottery. Prioritize these employers early; their HR teams are usually experienced with the full sponsorship process.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wages for your metro area before your offer discussion.
Search employer LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter by occupation code on Migrate Mate to see which healthcare employers have filed LCAs for dietitian roles. This shows you who has sponsored before, so you spend your applications on employers with a real track record.
Clarify who pays the I-129 filing fees upfront
USCIS prohibits employers from deducting the H-1B petition filing fee from your wages. Confirm in writing before signing that your employer covers the I-129 fee, and ask whether they'll pay for premium processing to shorten the timeline.
Prepare for the specialty occupation RFE risk
Some USCIS officers issue Requests for Evidence challenging whether a dietitian role requires a specific degree. Have your employer document why a nutrition or dietetics degree is essential to the position, not just preferred, in the job description.
H-1B Visa Clinical Dietitian: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Dietitian role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS considers Clinical Dietitian positions specialty occupations because the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, food science, or a closely related field. The O*NET occupation profile for dietitians lists a master's degree as typical, which further supports the specialty occupation argument in your petition.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for dietitians?
Hospital systems, integrated health networks, long-term care facilities, and university-affiliated medical centers are the most active sponsors. Nonprofit hospitals and those attached to academic institutions are particularly valuable because they're often cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition at any point in the year without waiting for the annual lottery.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Clinical Dietitians?
Search Migrate Mate by occupation code to see verified employer LCA filing history for dietitian roles. This lets you filter specifically for healthcare employers who have filed for this job title before, so you're targeting organizations that already understand the sponsorship process rather than asking unfamiliar HR teams to navigate it from scratch.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change healthcare employers?
You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer under H-1B portability, as long as you file the new I-129 petition while your current status is still valid and you've been in H-1B status for at least 180 days. You can begin working for the new employer as soon as USCIS receives the transfer petition, not just after approval.
Does holding a Registered Dietitian credential help my H-1B petition?
Having the RD credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration strengthens your case significantly. It demonstrates to USCIS that your role meets a nationally recognized professional standard tied to your degree. Employers also typically require it for clinical roles, so the credential aligns your job offer with the specialty occupation definition USCIS looks for.