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Dietitian roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a related field. Hospitals, healthcare systems, and food service companies file H-1B petitions for registered dietitians. The annual cap applies, with the lottery running each spring for October 1 start dates.
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1455 Saint Francis Ave
Shakopee, MN 55379-3374
Date Posted:
June 19, 2026
Department:
46009920 St Francis Outpatient Clinic
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
0
Union Contract:
MNA-11-St Francis Clinical Professionals-RSF
Weekend Rotation:
Occasional
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
- Casual (0.0 FTE)
- 8-hour day shift
- Occasional weekends
Job Description:
Plans, directs and provides medical nutrition therapy to inpatients, outpatients and staff within the community. Assesses nutritional status and provides individualized nutrition care plans and education from the analysis of the medical record and patient information. Provides nutrition education within the organization and community.
Principle Responsibilities
-
Patient Care
- Develops individualized nutrition care plans for medically unstable patients of all ages.
- Assesses need for, delivers and evaluates effect of nutrition counseling for clients of varying medical problems.
- Utilizes nutrition screens/assessment tools to address identified needs for patients.
- May require development of therapeutic plans for specialized nutrition support, including enteral and parenteral nutrition.
- Assesses needs and identifies designated resources to initiate follow-up nutrition care.
- Works in collaboration with health team members, patients and families in the care process.
-
Quality Improvement
- Develops, participates in and reports quality improvement activities.
- Attends conferences and workshops.
- Incorporates current research into practice.
-
Department leadership and management
- Organizes, implements and delegates department duties.
- Develops and implements policies and procedures.
- Maintains effective and timely communications throughout the department.
- Recommends space, resources and staff needs to management.
- Works in collaboration with other departments.
-
Nutrition Education
- Coordinates work experiences for internship learning goals, monitors and evaluates progress.
- Provides nutrition education to hospital support groups and the community.
- Evaluates and utilizes nutrition education materials.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Science in Dietetics or Foods and Nutrition
- Dietetic internship or equivalent
- 2 to 5 years of experience as a dietitian in a hospital and/or long-term care
Licenses/Certifications
- Registered Dietitian credential (RD) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration and License (LD) through the Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice within 90 days of hire required
- 75 hours of related education/5 years required
Physical Demands
- Sedentary:
- Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $35.92 to $50.04 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Location Address:
1455 Saint Francis Ave
Shakopee, MN 55379-3374
Date Posted:
June 19, 2026
Department:
46009920 St Francis Outpatient Clinic
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
0
Union Contract:
MNA-11-St Francis Clinical Professionals-RSF
Weekend Rotation:
Occasional
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
- Casual (0.0 FTE)
- 8-hour day shift
- Occasional weekends
Job Description:
Plans, directs and provides medical nutrition therapy to inpatients, outpatients and staff within the community. Assesses nutritional status and provides individualized nutrition care plans and education from the analysis of the medical record and patient information. Provides nutrition education within the organization and community.
Principle Responsibilities
-
Patient Care
- Develops individualized nutrition care plans for medically unstable patients of all ages.
- Assesses need for, delivers and evaluates effect of nutrition counseling for clients of varying medical problems.
- Utilizes nutrition screens/assessment tools to address identified needs for patients.
- May require development of therapeutic plans for specialized nutrition support, including enteral and parenteral nutrition.
- Assesses needs and identifies designated resources to initiate follow-up nutrition care.
- Works in collaboration with health team members, patients and families in the care process.
-
Quality Improvement
- Develops, participates in and reports quality improvement activities.
- Attends conferences and workshops.
- Incorporates current research into practice.
-
Department leadership and management
- Organizes, implements and delegates department duties.
- Develops and implements policies and procedures.
- Maintains effective and timely communications throughout the department.
- Recommends space, resources and staff needs to management.
- Works in collaboration with other departments.
-
Nutrition Education
- Coordinates work experiences for internship learning goals, monitors and evaluates progress.
- Provides nutrition education to hospital support groups and the community.
- Evaluates and utilizes nutrition education materials.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Science in Dietetics or Foods and Nutrition
- Dietetic internship or equivalent
- 2 to 5 years of experience as a dietitian in a hospital and/or long-term care
Licenses/Certifications
- Registered Dietitian credential (RD) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration and License (LD) through the Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice within 90 days of hire required
- 75 hours of related education/5 years required
Physical Demands
- Sedentary:
- Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $35.92 to $50.04 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Dietitian
Verify your RD credential meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your role to demand a specific bachelor's degree or higher. Your Registered Dietitian credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration strengthens the specialty occupation argument, so include your RD certificate and official transcripts in your petition package.
Check LCA filings for dietitian-specific employers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to search Labor Condition Applications filed under SOC code 29-1031 for dietitians. This shows which healthcare networks, hospital systems, and contract food service companies have recently sponsored the role.
Target cap-exempt employers in healthcare settings
Nonprofit hospitals, university medical centers, and government health agencies are often cap-exempt H-1B employers. A position at a cap-exempt institution means your petition can be filed any time of year, bypassing the April lottery entirely.
Find H-1B-sponsoring dietitian roles on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter dietitian openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This surfaces roles where sponsorship is already established practice, so you spend time on genuine opportunities rather than speculative outreach.
Align your offer letter to the prevailing wage level
Your employer must certify your offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for dietitians in your work location before filing the LCA. Ask your HR contact to confirm which wage level applies before you negotiate, since the LCA locks that number.
Plan your timeline around the October 1 cap-subject start date
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can be filed no earlier than April 1 for an October 1 start. If your current OPT or other status expires before October 1, confirm with your employer whether cap-gap protection or a bridge arrangement covers the gap.
H-1B Visa Dietitian: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Registered Dietitian role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS treats dietitian positions as specialty occupations because the role standardly requires at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or food science. Your employer will document this in the H-1B petition using the job description and, where applicable, your RD credential. Roles with broader duties that accept any degree field can face scrutiny, so a tightly scoped job description tied to nutrition science strengthens the case.
Which types of employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for dietitians?
Hospitals, integrated health systems, long-term care facilities, and contract food service companies are the most active H-1B sponsors for dietitian roles. University medical centers and federally qualified health centers are particularly useful targets because many are cap-exempt, allowing year-round petition filing. Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with a verified history of filing H-1B Labor Condition Applications for dietitian positions specifically.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect dietitian job offers?
Before your employer files the LCA with DOL, they must certify your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for dietitians in your work location. The prevailing wage is based on DOL data by SOC code and geographic area, and it's divided into four wage levels. Level I applies to entry-level roles; Level II and above reflect more experienced positions. Your employer can verify the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before extending an offer.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new dietitian employer mid-status?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, provided your original H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. For dietitian roles, the new employer must file a fresh LCA certifying the prevailing wage for the new work location before submitting the I-129 transfer petition to USCIS. You don't need to restart the cap count.
Does a dietitian role qualify for a STEM OPT extension before the H-1B lottery?
Dietetics programs are not typically on the DHS STEM designated degree program list, so most dietitian graduates on F-1 OPT won't qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization. Timing your H-1B registration for the April lottery and securing an employer early in your OPT period is important to avoid a gap if you aren't in a STEM-eligible field.