H-1B Visa Registered Dietitian Jobs
Registered Dietitian roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related field. Hospital systems, long-term care networks, and corporate wellness programs regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for RDs, 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 Registered Dietitian
Verify your RD credential meets specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly corresponds to the RD role. A nutrition science or dietetics degree strengthens your petition. A general biology or food science degree may require a detailed specialty occupation argument from your employer.
Check state licensure before accepting offers
Most states require a separate dietitian license beyond the national RD credential. Confirm your target state's licensure timeline, since some states take two to four months to process applications, which can delay your start date and affect your H-1B filing window.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Registered Dietitian roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation, so you're applying to organizations that already have H-1B sponsorship infrastructure in place.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before signing
Run the OFLC Wage Search for the Registered Dietitian SOC code in your target metro before you negotiate. Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for that location and experience level or the LCA will not certify.
Flag clinical setting differences in your petition
Hospital and long-term care RD roles document specialty occupation more easily than outpatient or community settings, where degree requirements vary. If your role is community-based, ask your employer to clearly articulate the bachelor's-level degree requirement in the support letter.
Plan around the cap registration window
H-1B cap registrations open each March for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT or another status, confirm your authorized work period covers the gap. USCIS processes cap-subject petitions only after the lottery selection in late spring.
H-1B Visa Registered Dietitian: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Registered Dietitian role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. The RD credential requires at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics or nutrition, which satisfies the USCIS specialty occupation standard. Most hospital systems and clinical employers can document this requirement clearly. Community or wellness roles with looser degree requirements may need a stronger support letter from the employer to pass adjudication.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Registered Dietitians?
Hospital networks, long-term care facilities, dialysis centers, university health systems, and large corporate wellness programs are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for RDs. These organizations have HR and legal infrastructure for immigration filings. Smaller outpatient clinics or private practices sponsor far less frequently. Browse verified H-1B filing history by employer on Migrate Mate before applying.
Do I need a state dietitian license before my employer can file an H-1B petition?
You don't need the license in hand before the petition is filed, but many employers require it before your first day. State licensure processing ranges from a few weeks to several months depending on the state. Start your application as soon as you accept an offer so the license is ready by your H-1B start date.
How does the DOL prevailing wage apply to Registered Dietitian H-1B filings?
Your employer must certify through a Labor Condition Application that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for the RD occupation in your work location. Prevailing wages vary significantly by metro area and experience level. You can verify the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before entering salary negotiations to make sure the offer is LCA-compliant.
Can I switch RD employers while on an H-1B?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, provided your original petition was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer must file a new LCA and I-129 petition. Your RD credential and state license transfer with you, but confirm the new state's licensure requirements if you're relocating.