Registered Dietitian Jobs for OPT Students
Registered Dietitian jobs on OPT require employer sponsorship for the LCA and, eventually, H-1B or EB-3 status. Healthcare systems, hospital networks, and outpatient clinics are the most active sponsors. Your RD credential and state licensure are the core qualifications that make sponsorship straightforward for most employers.
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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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 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.
LI-GO3
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. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/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.
LOCATION
3899 Longview Dr, Douglasville, Georgia, 30135, United States of America
INTRODUCTION
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 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.
LI-GO3
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. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/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.
LOCATION
3899 Longview Dr, Douglasville, Georgia, 30135, United States of America
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Registered Dietitian
Lead with your RD credential and state license
Employers sponsoring OPT for dietitians need confirmation you hold active RD credentials and a valid state license. List both prominently on your resume and cover letter. Licensing requirements vary by state, so verify you're licensed where the role is located.
Target healthcare systems over private practice
Large hospital networks and integrated health systems have dedicated HR and legal teams familiar with visa sponsorship. Smaller private practices rarely have the infrastructure. Focus your applications on academic medical centers, regional health systems, and corporate wellness programs.
Highlight specializations that increase your sponsorship value
Employers are more motivated to sponsor candidates with hard-to-fill specializations. Clinical nutrition, oncology dietetics, pediatric nutrition, and eating disorder treatment are consistently understaffed. Emphasize any specialized certifications alongside your core RD credential.
Research employers with prior LCA filings for dietitians
Employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for dietitian roles are the strongest candidates for sponsorship. This signals existing familiarity with the process. Prioritizing these employers significantly shortens the path from offer to approved work authorization.
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Can I work as a Registered Dietitian on OPT without a STEM extension?
Yes. Dietetics is not a STEM-designated field, so standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization. You can work as an RD during that period without needing a STEM extension. However, you'll need your employer to sponsor an H-1B or another long-term visa before your OPT expires if you want to stay in the U.S.
Does the RD credential qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Registered Dietitian roles generally qualify as specialty occupations because the position typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related field. USCIS has approved H-1B petitions for RDs at hospitals and healthcare systems. Your employer's attorney will document the degree requirement as part of the H-1B petition to establish specialty occupation status.
What types of employers are most likely to sponsor OPT students for Registered Dietitian roles?
Academic medical centers, regional hospital networks, long-term care facilities, and corporate wellness programs are the most active sponsors for RD roles. These organizations have established legal and HR processes for visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate lists Registered Dietitian jobs specifically from employers open to sponsoring F-1 OPT candidates, so you can filter to roles where sponsorship is a realistic outcome.
Do I need a state license to work as an RD on OPT?
In most states, yes. The majority of states require dietitians to hold an active state license or certification in addition to the national RD credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Licensing requirements and timelines vary by state, and some states require passing an additional state exam. Confirm licensure requirements for the state where your employer is located before accepting an offer.
How does the 60-day grace period affect my job search as a dietitian?
If your RD position ends before your OPT expiration date, you have a 60-day grace period to find new employment, change status, or depart the U.S. You cannot work during this period, but you can interview and negotiate offers. Securing a new employer quickly matters because your authorized period of stay doesn't pause. Start your search immediately if your employment ends unexpectedly.
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