TN Visa Dietitian Jobs
Dietitian roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA, making this one of the cleaner paths for Canadian and Mexican nutrition professionals to work in the U.S. Your degree must be in dietetics, foods and nutrition, or a related field, and many employers already know the TN category well enough to file without outside counsel.
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Exemption Status:
Exempt
Hiring Range:
$56,243.20 - $101,254.40
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Holidays - No More Than Every Third Holiday, Monday through Friday, Weekends (Saturday and Sunday)
Scheduled Hours:
7AM-3:30PM
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
40
Cost Center:
10030 - 6215 Clinical Nutrition
This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Major Responsibilities:
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Screens patients according to level of need, assigns level of care and performs nutritional assessments of patients in assigned unit and/or clinic.
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Recommends modified diets and/or provides nutrition support by recommending parenteral and enteral nutrition based on diagnoses and lab data. Recommendations include macronutrients, additives, fluid, and electrolytes. Calculates nutrient content and recommends appropriate feeding regimen based on patient status.
-
Interacts with other members of health care team, such as physician, registered nurse and pharmacist, to facilitate and deliver effective patient care.
-
Formulates nutrition care plan using laboratory and anthropometric data, medical diagnosis, clinical condition, and documents findings in medical record within designated time frame using the Nutrition Care Process.
-
Writes Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) orders in accordance with UMMMC Center-Wide Policy 2524 (Registered Dietitian/Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD-LDN) Order Writing).
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
-
Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Science, Business or related field if eligible for initial registration on or after January 1st, 2024. If hired prior to January 1, 2024, a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Science, Business or related field is acceptable.
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Current registration with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), the credentialing agency of the AND.
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Massachusetts state license (LDN) is required for outpatient dietitian positions upon hire. Massachusetts state license (LDN) is required for inpatient dietitian positions upon hire or to be obtained within 6 months of hire or will be subject to termination.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
-
Ability to influence the quality of patient care in an advisory capacity to the physician and other health care team members.
-
Demonstrated skill in analyzing problems and making decisions.
-
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
-
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.
Exemption Status:
Exempt
Hiring Range:
$56,243.20 - $101,254.40
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Holidays - No More Than Every Third Holiday, Monday through Friday, Weekends (Saturday and Sunday)
Scheduled Hours:
7AM-3:30PM
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
40
Cost Center:
10030 - 6215 Clinical Nutrition
This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Major Responsibilities:
-
Screens patients according to level of need, assigns level of care and performs nutritional assessments of patients in assigned unit and/or clinic.
-
Recommends modified diets and/or provides nutrition support by recommending parenteral and enteral nutrition based on diagnoses and lab data. Recommendations include macronutrients, additives, fluid, and electrolytes. Calculates nutrient content and recommends appropriate feeding regimen based on patient status.
-
Interacts with other members of health care team, such as physician, registered nurse and pharmacist, to facilitate and deliver effective patient care.
-
Formulates nutrition care plan using laboratory and anthropometric data, medical diagnosis, clinical condition, and documents findings in medical record within designated time frame using the Nutrition Care Process.
-
Writes Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) orders in accordance with UMMMC Center-Wide Policy 2524 (Registered Dietitian/Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD-LDN) Order Writing).
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
-
Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Science, Business or related field if eligible for initial registration on or after January 1st, 2024. If hired prior to January 1, 2024, a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Science, Business or related field is acceptable.
-
Current registration with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), the credentialing agency of the AND.
-
Massachusetts state license (LDN) is required for outpatient dietitian positions upon hire. Massachusetts state license (LDN) is required for inpatient dietitian positions upon hire or to be obtained within 6 months of hire or will be subject to termination.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
-
Ability to influence the quality of patient care in an advisory capacity to the physician and other health care team members.
-
Demonstrated skill in analyzing problems and making decisions.
-
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
-
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Dietitian
Verify your credential meets TN requirements
The TN visa category requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, or a related clinical nutrition field. A general biology or food science degree alone won't satisfy the requirement, so confirm your credential maps directly before applying.
Target hospitals and outpatient clinical settings
Healthcare systems, renal dialysis centers, and long-term care facilities hire dietitians at volume and are accustomed to TN sponsorship paperwork. These employers are far more likely to have HR processes in place than a small private wellness clinic.
Address Canadian versus Mexican processing differences early
Canadian citizens can apply for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry with no advance petition. Mexican nationals must obtain a TN visa stamp at a U.S. consulate before entering, so factor in consular appointment wait times when negotiating your start date.
Search for open roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by TN visa sponsorship availability, so you can find Dietitian openings where employers have already confirmed they'll support the filing rather than spending time vetting roles that won't work for your status.
Confirm your state dietitian license before your start date
Most states require a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential and an active state license before you can practice. CBP officers can and do ask for evidence of licensure eligibility at the border, so have your CDR registration and any pending state license documentation ready.
Get the employer support letter right on the first draft
The TN support letter must specify your job duties, your degree, and the professional capacity in which you'll work. A vague or generic letter is one of the most common reasons CBP officers ask follow-up questions, so push your employer to be precise about clinical versus administrative functions.
Dietitian TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Dietitian role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Dietitian is a named occupation on the USMCA TN professional list. To qualify, you need a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, or a closely related field, and your job duties must align with clinical or counseling nutrition practice. General wellness or health coaching roles without a clear dietetics scope may not satisfy CBP.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Dietitian positions?
TN has no annual cap and no lottery, so there's no waiting for a selection cycle. H-1B visa petitions require USCIS adjudication and can take months, while Canadian citizens can receive TN status at the port of entry the same day. Mexican nationals still need a consular appointment, but approval timelines are generally faster than H-1B visa processing. TN status must also be renewed each time you change employers.
What documents does a Dietitian need for TN processing?
You'll need an employer support letter that describes your specific job duties, your degree transcripts, your CDR Registered Dietitian Nutritionist certificate, and any required state dietitian license or proof of licensure eligibility. Canadian citizens present these at a U.S. port of entry. Mexican nationals submit them as part of a DS-160 application and attend a consular interview.
How can I find Dietitian jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Dietitian roles specifically filtered by TN visa sponsorship, so you're not cold-applying to employers who've never handled the process. Healthcare systems, hospital networks, and outpatient clinical groups are the most common sponsors and appear frequently in those results.
Can I switch Dietitian employers while on TN status?
You can change employers, but TN status is employer-specific. You can't start working for a new employer on your existing TN. Canadians can apply at a port of entry for a new TN with the new employer's support letter before or on their last day. Mexican nationals need a new TN visa stamp from a U.S. consulate, so plan the transition timeline accordingly to avoid a gap in work authorization.