Nutritionist Jobs in Texas
Nutritionist jobs in Texas are active across a wide range of settings, from large hospital systems and outpatient clinics to corporate wellness programs and school districts, with openings at every level from entry-level dietetic technicians through senior clinical nutritionists. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where employers like Baylor Scott and White Health, HCA Houston Healthcare, and H-E-B maintain long-standing nutrition and wellness teams. The most consistent demand is in clinical nutrition, community health, and corporate wellness roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
Functional Title: LTCR Nursing Facilities Nutritionist Surveyor
Job Title: Nutritionist III (Health Fac)
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Reg Svc/Survey Operations
Posting Number: 17956
Closing Date: 08/11/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Protective Services
Salary Range: $6,331.82 - $7,761.50
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22
Shift: Day
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 80%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
FACILITY LOCATION:
Job Location City: PLANO
Job Location Address: 550 E 15TH ST
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 230X, 43DX, 65C, 68M, 68Z, SEI12
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Nursing Facilities Nutritionist Surveyor – Starting Market Rate Salary $75,981.78
As part of a collaborative team of public servants, a nutritionist surveyor protects residents’ health and safety by conducting on-site inspections and investigations in Texas long-term care facilities (nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and day activities and health services sites) to assess their compliance with state and federal laws and rules. This position offers a competitive starting salary; excellent state benefits, including health insurance and retirement; and the opportunity to regularly travel to different facilities within a region and across the state – Please see the Additional Information section below for more detail on travel. In this front-line field position, a surveyor is mobile and flexible and performs minimal work at an office, though the role does require writing reports detailing any deficiencies/violations against a facility, remedies to correct those deficiencies, and narrative to support regulatory determinations. See below for details.
The state of Texas offers many benefits to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuity as well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):
Under the direction of a program manager, a surveyor conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations. Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies.
Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or resolve issues or complaints regarding food and liquids served in Texas long-term care facilities, including to ensure meals meet any resident’s specialized nutritional needs.
Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings.
Visits long-term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations.
Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others, for example, publications, assessments, reports.
Occasionally might need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities.
In the event of emergency licensure action, be available to assist with non-skilled care and oversight to residents in a facility. If the employee is a current registered or licensed nurse, there is a potential for skilled care.
Be available for on-call duties for emergencies such as weather events or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
- Knowledge of nutrition standards of practice, dietary sanitation practices, clinical skills, and professional standards of care.
- Skilled in performing nutritional assessments in a clinical setting.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with team members and others.
- Ability to use the computer for writing reports.
- Ability to operate personal computers and software.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to exercise professional judgment and reach sound decisions.
- Ability to integrate complex concepts, difficult procedures, or complicated processes.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
- Must be registered as a Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration or must be licensed as a dietitian by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation.
- Must successfully obtain Surveyor Minimum Qualification within the first year of employment.
Initial Screening Criteria:
- Experience in assessment and documentation of nutritional health status.
- Experience performing dietary or nutritional work in an acute or long-term health care setting, with experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Flexibility in work hours is required for this position. The job requires 80% travel, including statewide travel, overnight, and weekend travel. On-call duties for emergencies or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers may be required. Must have reliable transportation.
All applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check.
If you are offered and accept the position, you will not be permitted to continue employment at any HHSC regulated facilities or providers. You will be required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest, secondary employment, volunteer activities, and friends/family who own, operate, or work at regulated providers.
If you are an active or former licensed nursing facility administrator, certified nurse aide, or medication aide, hiring will be pending until professional licensing and Employee Misconduct Registry checks are completed.
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.
ADA Accommodations:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form.
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
INTRODUCTION
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
Functional Title: LTCR Nursing Facilities Nutritionist Surveyor
Job Title: Nutritionist III (Health Fac)
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Reg Svc/Survey Operations
Posting Number: 17956
Closing Date: 08/11/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Protective Services
Salary Range: $6,331.82 - $7,761.50
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22
Shift: Day
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 80%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
FACILITY LOCATION:
Job Location City: PLANO
Job Location Address: 550 E 15TH ST
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 230X, 43DX, 65C, 68M, 68Z, SEI12
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Nursing Facilities Nutritionist Surveyor – Starting Market Rate Salary $75,981.78
As part of a collaborative team of public servants, a nutritionist surveyor protects residents’ health and safety by conducting on-site inspections and investigations in Texas long-term care facilities (nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and day activities and health services sites) to assess their compliance with state and federal laws and rules. This position offers a competitive starting salary; excellent state benefits, including health insurance and retirement; and the opportunity to regularly travel to different facilities within a region and across the state – Please see the Additional Information section below for more detail on travel. In this front-line field position, a surveyor is mobile and flexible and performs minimal work at an office, though the role does require writing reports detailing any deficiencies/violations against a facility, remedies to correct those deficiencies, and narrative to support regulatory determinations. See below for details.
The state of Texas offers many benefits to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuity as well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):
Under the direction of a program manager, a surveyor conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations. Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies.
Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or resolve issues or complaints regarding food and liquids served in Texas long-term care facilities, including to ensure meals meet any resident’s specialized nutritional needs.
Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings.
Visits long-term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations.
Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others, for example, publications, assessments, reports.
Occasionally might need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities.
In the event of emergency licensure action, be available to assist with non-skilled care and oversight to residents in a facility. If the employee is a current registered or licensed nurse, there is a potential for skilled care.
Be available for on-call duties for emergencies such as weather events or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
- Knowledge of nutrition standards of practice, dietary sanitation practices, clinical skills, and professional standards of care.
- Skilled in performing nutritional assessments in a clinical setting.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with team members and others.
- Ability to use the computer for writing reports.
- Ability to operate personal computers and software.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to exercise professional judgment and reach sound decisions.
- Ability to integrate complex concepts, difficult procedures, or complicated processes.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
- Must be registered as a Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration or must be licensed as a dietitian by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation.
- Must successfully obtain Surveyor Minimum Qualification within the first year of employment.
Initial Screening Criteria:
- Experience in assessment and documentation of nutritional health status.
- Experience performing dietary or nutritional work in an acute or long-term health care setting, with experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Flexibility in work hours is required for this position. The job requires 80% travel, including statewide travel, overnight, and weekend travel. On-call duties for emergencies or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers may be required. Must have reliable transportation.
All applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check.
If you are offered and accept the position, you will not be permitted to continue employment at any HHSC regulated facilities or providers. You will be required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest, secondary employment, volunteer activities, and friends/family who own, operate, or work at regulated providers.
If you are an active or former licensed nursing facility administrator, certified nurse aide, or medication aide, hiring will be pending until professional licensing and Employee Misconduct Registry checks are completed.
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.
ADA Accommodations:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form.
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
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Nutritionist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sodexo2
- Texas Health and Human Services Commission2
- Harris County1
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector3
- Food & Beverage2
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nutritionist jobs across Texas.
- Registered Dietitian credential recognized by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a closely related field
- Completed accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice program
- Experience with medical nutrition therapy and clinical documentation systems
- Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets, nutritional assessment, and patient counseling
- Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams in hospital or outpatient settings
Nutritionist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nutritionist in Texas?
To work as a licensed dietitian-nutritionist in Texas, you must obtain licensure through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians. This requires completing a bachelor's or advanced degree in dietetics or nutrition from an accredited program, finishing a supervised dietetic internship, and passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration credentialing exam. Once credentialed as a Registered Dietitian, you apply to the Texas board for your state license before practicing.
How much do nutritionists make in Texas?
Nutritionists in Texas earn a median of about $74,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,040 for the lowest 10% to over $98,960 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nutritionists in Texas?
Employers hiring nutritionists in Texas right now include Sodexo, Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and Harris County, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems, school districts, and major food retail and corporate headquarters create consistent demand across clinical, community, and workplace wellness settings.
Which Texas cities have the most nutritionist jobs?
Galveston, Houston, and Plano have the most nutritionist openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of major hospital systems and medical center institutions, while Dallas draws demand from both large health networks and corporate headquarters with robust employee wellness programs, and San Antonio's substantial military and VA healthcare infrastructure adds steady clinical openings.
Are there remote nutritionist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're relatively limited. About 0% of nutritionist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical and community roles. The positions most likely to offer remote flexibility are telehealth nutrition counseling, corporate wellness coaching delivered virtually, and health education or program coordination roles that don't require direct patient contact.
How can I get hired as a nutritionist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for dietetic technician or nutrition assistant roles at large Texas hospital systems such as Baylor Scott and White Health or Memorial Hermann while completing or recently finishing your dietetic internship. Many Texas health systems and federally qualified health centers also hire new graduates into community nutrition coordinator roles. Holding your Registered Dietitian credential or being dietetic internship-eligible gives you a concrete edge over candidates who haven't yet cleared that step.
Where can I find and apply to nutritionist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to nutritionist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across clinical, community, corporate, and school-based settings. Search the listings, identify roles that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to each position that fits.
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