Nutritionist Jobs in Virginia
Nutritionist jobs in Virginia are concentrated in hospital systems, outpatient clinical care, public health agencies, and corporate wellness programs, with demand at every level from entry-level dietetic technicians to senior clinical nutritionists. The most active hiring markets are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Virginia Beach, where large employers such as Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare maintain consistent nutritionist pipelines. Roles in clinical nutrition, pediatric nutrition, and community nutrition counseling see the strongest demand across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- 5110991
- Prince William, Virginia, United States
- Virginia Department of Health
- Health and Human Services
- Restricted Full-Time
- Closing at: Sep 4 2026 - 23:55 EDT
- Virginia Department of Health
Title: Nutritionist Associate
State Role Title: Direct Service Associate II
Hiring Range: $40,543 - $43,000 (up tp $51,600 with the supplement)
Pay Band: NV 2
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: PRINCE WILLIAM-MANASSAS
Agency Website: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/prince-william/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Prince Wiliam County Health District is seeking a Nutritionist Associates to join the Women, Infants and children’s (WIC) program.
Primarily performs nutritional interviews to determine client eligibility for the WIC program. Position also requires performing income eligibility and lab duties routinely. Uses VENA techniques to assess readiness, motivation & barriers to behavioral change. Dietary goals are established & documented in care plan. Prescribes dietary food packages in accordance with WIC protocols. Helps plan and schedule nutrition coverage for WIC clinic. Monitors patient flow and clinic scheduling to meet the needs of the clients. Helps train new staff on lab protocols and procedures. Ensures security of WIC EBT cards and all other related supplies. Dietary goals will be established and documented for each WIC client in care plan according to state policy. Patient counseling specific to the individual's nutritional needs will be provided and documented in care plan according to state guidelines. Assists/plans quarterly nutrition education classes (lesson plan, talking points, bulletin board, and handouts). Facilitates nutrition education classes to applicants/participants through group discussion or over the phone. Promotes breastfeeding; schedules applicants to breastfeeding classes and breastfeeding support groups; refers pregnant and breastfeeding moms to district's breastfeeding coordinator, DBE or peer counselor.
This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the Federal WIC grant. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually. Annual funding cycle October 1 to September 30 of the following year. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of funds.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life
insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
There is a local salary supplement of 20% in addition to the listed state salary range for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards
- Ability to conduct interviews and collect information
- Ability to interpret, document, calculate, and compile routine data
- Experience providing patient education and/or communicating information to individuals
- Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, to interact with a variety of patients, peers, and supervisors
- Ability to work effectively individually and as a team member
- Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads
- Skills using computer systems
Additional Considerations
- Training, job experience, or coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, food services, or a related area preferred
- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
- Experience obtaining blood samples/finger sticks, and taking heights and weights of individuals
- Competent Professional Authority (CPA) training completed within 6 months of hire
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position. Supplemental questions are encouraged to be answered in a comprehensive manner and reference any pertinent knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as any previous experience that relates to the position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
Contact Information
Name: Ramis Ahsan
Phone: 5712293441
Email: ramis.ahsan@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
- 5110991
- Prince William, Virginia, United States
- Virginia Department of Health
- Health and Human Services
- Restricted Full-Time
- Closing at: Sep 4 2026 - 23:55 EDT
- Virginia Department of Health
Title: Nutritionist Associate
State Role Title: Direct Service Associate II
Hiring Range: $40,543 - $43,000 (up tp $51,600 with the supplement)
Pay Band: NV 2
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: PRINCE WILLIAM-MANASSAS
Agency Website: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/prince-william/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Prince Wiliam County Health District is seeking a Nutritionist Associates to join the Women, Infants and children’s (WIC) program.
Primarily performs nutritional interviews to determine client eligibility for the WIC program. Position also requires performing income eligibility and lab duties routinely. Uses VENA techniques to assess readiness, motivation & barriers to behavioral change. Dietary goals are established & documented in care plan. Prescribes dietary food packages in accordance with WIC protocols. Helps plan and schedule nutrition coverage for WIC clinic. Monitors patient flow and clinic scheduling to meet the needs of the clients. Helps train new staff on lab protocols and procedures. Ensures security of WIC EBT cards and all other related supplies. Dietary goals will be established and documented for each WIC client in care plan according to state policy. Patient counseling specific to the individual's nutritional needs will be provided and documented in care plan according to state guidelines. Assists/plans quarterly nutrition education classes (lesson plan, talking points, bulletin board, and handouts). Facilitates nutrition education classes to applicants/participants through group discussion or over the phone. Promotes breastfeeding; schedules applicants to breastfeeding classes and breastfeeding support groups; refers pregnant and breastfeeding moms to district's breastfeeding coordinator, DBE or peer counselor.
This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the Federal WIC grant. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually. Annual funding cycle October 1 to September 30 of the following year. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of funds.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life
insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
There is a local salary supplement of 20% in addition to the listed state salary range for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards
- Ability to conduct interviews and collect information
- Ability to interpret, document, calculate, and compile routine data
- Experience providing patient education and/or communicating information to individuals
- Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, to interact with a variety of patients, peers, and supervisors
- Ability to work effectively individually and as a team member
- Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads
- Skills using computer systems
Additional Considerations
- Training, job experience, or coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, food services, or a related area preferred
- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
- Experience obtaining blood samples/finger sticks, and taking heights and weights of individuals
- Competent Professional Authority (CPA) training completed within 6 months of hire
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position. Supplemental questions are encouraged to be answered in a comprehensive manner and reference any pertinent knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as any previous experience that relates to the position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
Contact Information
Name: Ramis Ahsan
Phone: 5712293441
Email: ramis.ahsan@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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The qualifications that appear most often in nutritionist jobs across Virginia.
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential recognized by the Virginia Board of Medicine
- Bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a closely related field
- Completion of an accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice program
- Experience with medical nutrition therapy and electronic health record documentation
- Strong knowledge of dietary assessment, meal planning, and evidence-based nutrition guidelines
- Ability to communicate nutrition education effectively to diverse patient or client populations
Nutritionist Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nutritionist in Virginia?
Virginia requires nutritionists working in clinical or licensed settings to hold the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential and register with the Virginia Board of Medicine as a licensed dietitian. The path starts with an accredited bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics or nutrition, followed by completion of an accredited dietetic internship, and then passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam. After passing, you apply to the Virginia Board of Medicine for licensure before practicing independently.
Which companies hire nutritionists in Virginia?
Virginia nutritionist roles are posted by Virginia Department of Health, Augusta Health, and Rockbridge Area Health Center and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's large integrated health systems and federal government contractors in the Northern Virginia corridor are among the most consistent sources of full-time nutritionist openings across the state.
Which Virginia cities have the most nutritionist jobs?
Virginia, Fairfax, and Lexington have the most nutritionist openings in Virginia right now. The concentration in Northern Virginia and Richmond reflects the presence of major hospital systems and federal health agencies, while Virginia Beach and the Hampton Roads region draw demand from Sentara's network of hospitals and the large military and veteran health infrastructure along the coast.
Are there remote nutritionist jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much of the work involves direct patient or client interaction. About 0% of nutritionist openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a real but limited share of the market. Telehealth nutrition counseling and corporate wellness consulting roles are the most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a nutritionist in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for dietetic technician or nutrition assistant roles at Virginia hospital systems such as Inova, VCU Health, or Sentara while completing a supervised dietetic internship. Many of these systems offer new-graduate rotations or structured internship-to-hire pipelines that count toward credentialing hours. Candidates who have passed the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam and hold student membership in the Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics tend to stand out, even without full clinical experience.
Where can I find and apply to nutritionist jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to nutritionist jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers across the state. Search the roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No signup is required to see the openings.
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