OPT Dietitian Jobs
Dietitian jobs on OPT are available at hospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, and corporate wellness programs. Most roles require RD or RDN credentials, which means passing the CDR exam before or during your OPT period. STEM OPT extension is not available for dietetics, so a 12-month timeline applies unless you secure H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Sodexo is hiring an experienced Registered Dietitian for an inpatient role at Pascack Valley Medical Center, a 128-bed community hospital located in Westwood, New Jersey.
Health benefits and paid time off, reimbursement for professional fees, and career growth via Sodexo’s Career Ladder.
ABOUT THE JOB
Join a dynamic and mission-driven team where you’ll make a meaningful impact by supporting the nutritional well-being of patients, residents, and communities. Whether you're just beginning your career or looking to grow your expertise, you'll contribute to high-quality care through evidence-based practice, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a supportive healthcare environment.
The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.
Pay Range: $77,605 per year - $100,430 per year
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Deliver nutrition care for patients, residents, and communities as part of a contractual agreement, using the Nutrition Care Process (assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation).
- Act as a nutrition resource for patients, peers, and foodservice staff; collaborate across interdisciplinary teams and departments to ensure safe, high-quality care.
- Provide evidence-based nutrition counseling and training to patients, healthcare staff, students, and foodservice teams, adjusting content for clinical complexity.
- Maintain professional practices aligned with regulatory, facility, and company standards, supporting Sodexo’s mission and client commitments.
- Participate in or lead performance improvement initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and service quality.
- Demonstrate ongoing professional growth through continuing education, skill development, and contributions to training or research.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Proficiency in applying the Nutrition Care Process to deliver individualized, evidence-based care.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across interdisciplinary teams and with diverse populations.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
- Flexibility and accountability in managing clinical responsibilities and supporting quality improvement efforts.
- Competence in using clinical nutrition systems and a commitment to continuous professional development.
REQUIREMENTS
- Education Requirement:
- Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field with required coursework and supervised practice per ACEND guidelines
- OR, for those eligible prior to 1/1/2024: Bachelor’s degree meeting ACEND requirements.
- Management Experience: 0-1 years
- Related Experience: 0-3 years
- Credentials Requirement:
- Meets eligibility for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) via CDR and will become registered within 120 days of hire
- Must meet state licensure/certification requirements at time of hire where applicable
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
INTRODUCTION
Sodexo is hiring an experienced Registered Dietitian for an inpatient role at Pascack Valley Medical Center, a 128-bed community hospital located in Westwood, New Jersey.
Health benefits and paid time off, reimbursement for professional fees, and career growth via Sodexo’s Career Ladder.
ABOUT THE JOB
Join a dynamic and mission-driven team where you’ll make a meaningful impact by supporting the nutritional well-being of patients, residents, and communities. Whether you're just beginning your career or looking to grow your expertise, you'll contribute to high-quality care through evidence-based practice, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a supportive healthcare environment.
The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.
Pay Range: $77,605 per year - $100,430 per year
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Deliver nutrition care for patients, residents, and communities as part of a contractual agreement, using the Nutrition Care Process (assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation).
- Act as a nutrition resource for patients, peers, and foodservice staff; collaborate across interdisciplinary teams and departments to ensure safe, high-quality care.
- Provide evidence-based nutrition counseling and training to patients, healthcare staff, students, and foodservice teams, adjusting content for clinical complexity.
- Maintain professional practices aligned with regulatory, facility, and company standards, supporting Sodexo’s mission and client commitments.
- Participate in or lead performance improvement initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and service quality.
- Demonstrate ongoing professional growth through continuing education, skill development, and contributions to training or research.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Proficiency in applying the Nutrition Care Process to deliver individualized, evidence-based care.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across interdisciplinary teams and with diverse populations.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
- Flexibility and accountability in managing clinical responsibilities and supporting quality improvement efforts.
- Competence in using clinical nutrition systems and a commitment to continuous professional development.
REQUIREMENTS
- Education Requirement:
- Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field with required coursework and supervised practice per ACEND guidelines
- OR, for those eligible prior to 1/1/2024: Bachelor’s degree meeting ACEND requirements.
- Management Experience: 0-1 years
- Related Experience: 0-3 years
- Credentials Requirement:
- Meets eligibility for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) via CDR and will become registered within 120 days of hire
- Must meet state licensure/certification requirements at time of hire where applicable
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Dietitian
Pursue RD credentialing before OPT begins
Most employers won't consider candidates without RD or RDN credentials. Sitting for the CDR exam during your final semester or immediately after graduation gives you a competitive edge and removes a common hiring barrier before your OPT clock starts.
Target healthcare systems over private practices
Large hospital networks and integrated health systems are significantly more likely to sponsor H-1B visas than small private clinics. Focus your search on employers with established HR and immigration infrastructure, such as academic medical centers and regional hospital chains.
Highlight clinical hours specific to your specialty
Whether your background is clinical nutrition, renal dietetics, or pediatric care, leading with specialty hours on your resume signals immediate value. Specialty dietitians face less competition and are more likely to receive sponsorship consideration from employers filling hard-to-staff roles.
Address OPT authorization proactively in applications
Include a brief, clear line in your cover letter noting your OPT authorization and expected end date. Employers unfamiliar with OPT often screen out international candidates from uncertainty alone. Removing that ambiguity early keeps your application moving through the process.
Prioritize roles with H-1B sponsorship history
Not all dietitian employers sponsor visas. Research which healthcare organizations have filed H-1B petitions for dietitians in the past. Focusing your applications on employers with a documented sponsorship track record dramatically improves your odds of long-term work authorization.
Network through registered dietitian professional associations
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and its state-level affiliate groups hold regular events where hiring managers attend. Building relationships through these channels often surfaces unadvertised roles and gives you a direct conversation about visa sponsorship before formally applying.
Dietitian OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a dietitian on OPT without RD credentials?
Most clinical and hospital dietitian roles require RD or RDN credentials as a condition of employment, not just preference. Working without them on OPT is technically possible in some non-clinical wellness or food service roles, but those positions rarely lead to H-1B sponsorship. Passing the CDR exam before your OPT start date is strongly advisable.
Is a dietitian role considered a STEM job for OPT extension purposes?
No. Dietetics and nutrition programs are classified under CIP codes that do not appear on the DHS STEM OPT Designated Degree Program List. This means most dietitian graduates on F-1 OPT receive a standard 12-month authorization period, not the 24-month STEM extension. Planning your H-1B sponsorship timeline around the 12-month window is essential.
Where can I find dietitian jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces dietitian roles at employers with a history of visa sponsorship. General job boards show every open position without filtering for sponsorship willingness, which wastes time. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus on employers who have already demonstrated they hire international candidates.
Can my dietitian OPT job be part-time or per diem?
OPT regulations require that employment be directly related to your field of study and at least 20 hours per week. Per diem or part-time roles that meet the 20-hour minimum are permissible, but they rarely provide a path to H-1B sponsorship. Full-time positions at established healthcare employers give you the best combination of compliance and long-term immigration viability.
What happens to my OPT if I complete my dietetic internship after graduation?
Your OPT period begins after your program end date is reported in SEVIS, regardless of whether you complete a post-graduate dietetic internship concurrently. If your internship is supervised, unpaid, and part of your credentialing requirements, it may qualify as OPT employment, but confirm with your DSO before starting. Any paid hours must still meet the 20-hour weekly minimum.