Renal Dietitian Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Utah
Renal dietitian jobs in Utah are concentrated at Intermountain Health facilities across Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo, with Fresenius Kidney Care and DaVita dialysis clinics adding significant demand statewide. Utah's growing population and expanding nephrology programs at the University of Utah Health create steady openings for internationally trained dietitians seeking visa sponsorship.
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As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
The Clinical Dietitian works with the departmental and interdisciplinary health care team to provide patient care that is integrated and compatible with patient-centered medical goals and objectives. This position is responsible for assessing the nutritional status, identifying nutrition concerns, and developing, implementing and evaluating outcomes of nutrition care plans for patients at nutritional risk. This position may provide nutritional support to patients in specialized populations. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes. Job Ref ID85374
Hurry and apply today! Submit your application online, along with an updated resume.
This is a PRN, non-benefits position.
To be considered for this role, applicants must:
- Please upload your most recent, updated resume that demonstrates a solid background in the qualifications required for this position.
- Include complete work history and relevant experience
- Ensure their experience clearly reflects the required qualifications
- Be able to meet the schedule, hours, and work location listed for this position,
- This is a PRN, non-benefits position.
Why join University of Utah Health?
- Competitive pay
- Healthcare benefits starting on day one
- 401(k) retirement plan
- A work environment that values dedication, learning, and work-life balance
Join our team and grow your career with us. Learn more about upcoming opportunities and events at uofuhealth.org/jobfairs.
What Happens Next
Your application will be under review. If selected to move forward, your resume may be shared with hiring managers for further consideration. A text or email is sent to you once your resume has been shared with the hiring manager for review.
Please continue to check your email for updates from HR regarding your application status.
Upon selection, candidates must complete all required pre-employment requirements, including reference checks, a background check, drug screening, and required immunizations.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Conducts comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients' nutritional needs by collecting, recording, and interpreting data from patients, clients, family members, caregivers, and other individuals and groups.
- Organizes and categorizes the data in a meaningful framework that links nutrition assessment parameters with nutrition diagnoses, and determines when a problem requires consultation with or referral to another provider.
- Formulates nutrition intervention plan based on nutrition related concerns and prioritizes interventions; utilizes evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and other practice guidelines to evaluate plan effectiveness.
- Defines time and frequency of care, including intensity, duration, and follow-up; modifies the plan of care as needed.
- Monitors and measures outcomes by selecting relevant nutrition care indicators; compares findings with intervention goals for nutrition and determines whether goals/outcomes are being met.
- Works cooperatively with health care providers, patient/client/caregivers to implement and communicate the nutrition care plan and expected outcomes.
- Provides nutrition counseling and education to patients, families and caregivers, and the community.
- Ensures that state and local certification for health, safety, and quality standards are met.
- Conducts in-services and educational presentations for hospital and department staff and oversees the development and revision of specialized patient education materials, clinical forms, and protocols.
- Acts as an advocate, resource, and liaison with nursing and the medical staff by providing optimal communication and enhancing patient nutritional care, education and research opportunities.
- Participates in outcome measure initiatives to validate nutrition program performance and creates reports.
- Maintains accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities, including information for scheduling and billing.
- Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary meetings, task forces and projects.
- Creates and maintains training programs and manages training of nutrition and dietetics interns and other health care profession students in his/her specialty area.
- May manage total parenteral nutrition macronutrient calculations for specialized populations.
- May conduct and/or collaborate in nutrition research.
- May enter nutrition-related orders, as defined by University of Utah Registered Dietitian Order Writing Protocol.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrated computer literacy skills, including word processing, nutrient analysis, and spreadsheet software.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to educate individuals with various levels of education and understanding.
- Knowledge of nutrition-related order entry to include applicability of ordering pertinent lab values, swallowing evaluations, and inpatient/outpatient consults to ancillary services that align with patients' nutrition care plan.
- Demonstrated service excellence for patient and family-centered care by showing respect, honesty, fairness, and a positive attitude toward all customers.
- Demonstrated accountability with the rules for use and disclosure of patient/client protected health information required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
- Advanced knowledge of human physiology, biochemistry, and metabolism as it relates to clinical nutrition status, food chemistry, nutrient composition, and dietary analysis.
- Knowledge of federal requirements set forth under the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions of Participation (CoP) and/or Conditions of Coverage (CoC) in order to receive Medicare/Medicaid payment.
Qualifications
Licenses Required
- Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
- Current License to practice as a Certified Dietitian in the State of Utah.
- Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Two years of clinical/practical experience.
- Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) Training.
- Current CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician).
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects involving patient care or medical equipment.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination.
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 87105
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type PRN
Shift Day
Work Schedule M-F, Flexible Hours
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HMH IPC 93C NUTR CARE SVC PAT
Category Food/Nutrition
Workplace Set Up On-site
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
The Clinical Dietitian works with the departmental and interdisciplinary health care team to provide patient care that is integrated and compatible with patient-centered medical goals and objectives. This position is responsible for assessing the nutritional status, identifying nutrition concerns, and developing, implementing and evaluating outcomes of nutrition care plans for patients at nutritional risk. This position may provide nutritional support to patients in specialized populations. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes. Job Ref ID85374
Hurry and apply today! Submit your application online, along with an updated resume.
This is a PRN, non-benefits position.
To be considered for this role, applicants must:
- Please upload your most recent, updated resume that demonstrates a solid background in the qualifications required for this position.
- Include complete work history and relevant experience
- Ensure their experience clearly reflects the required qualifications
- Be able to meet the schedule, hours, and work location listed for this position,
- This is a PRN, non-benefits position.
Why join University of Utah Health?
- Competitive pay
- Healthcare benefits starting on day one
- 401(k) retirement plan
- A work environment that values dedication, learning, and work-life balance
Join our team and grow your career with us. Learn more about upcoming opportunities and events at uofuhealth.org/jobfairs.
What Happens Next
Your application will be under review. If selected to move forward, your resume may be shared with hiring managers for further consideration. A text or email is sent to you once your resume has been shared with the hiring manager for review.
Please continue to check your email for updates from HR regarding your application status.
Upon selection, candidates must complete all required pre-employment requirements, including reference checks, a background check, drug screening, and required immunizations.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Conducts comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients' nutritional needs by collecting, recording, and interpreting data from patients, clients, family members, caregivers, and other individuals and groups.
- Organizes and categorizes the data in a meaningful framework that links nutrition assessment parameters with nutrition diagnoses, and determines when a problem requires consultation with or referral to another provider.
- Formulates nutrition intervention plan based on nutrition related concerns and prioritizes interventions; utilizes evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and other practice guidelines to evaluate plan effectiveness.
- Defines time and frequency of care, including intensity, duration, and follow-up; modifies the plan of care as needed.
- Monitors and measures outcomes by selecting relevant nutrition care indicators; compares findings with intervention goals for nutrition and determines whether goals/outcomes are being met.
- Works cooperatively with health care providers, patient/client/caregivers to implement and communicate the nutrition care plan and expected outcomes.
- Provides nutrition counseling and education to patients, families and caregivers, and the community.
- Ensures that state and local certification for health, safety, and quality standards are met.
- Conducts in-services and educational presentations for hospital and department staff and oversees the development and revision of specialized patient education materials, clinical forms, and protocols.
- Acts as an advocate, resource, and liaison with nursing and the medical staff by providing optimal communication and enhancing patient nutritional care, education and research opportunities.
- Participates in outcome measure initiatives to validate nutrition program performance and creates reports.
- Maintains accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities, including information for scheduling and billing.
- Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary meetings, task forces and projects.
- Creates and maintains training programs and manages training of nutrition and dietetics interns and other health care profession students in his/her specialty area.
- May manage total parenteral nutrition macronutrient calculations for specialized populations.
- May conduct and/or collaborate in nutrition research.
- May enter nutrition-related orders, as defined by University of Utah Registered Dietitian Order Writing Protocol.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrated computer literacy skills, including word processing, nutrient analysis, and spreadsheet software.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to educate individuals with various levels of education and understanding.
- Knowledge of nutrition-related order entry to include applicability of ordering pertinent lab values, swallowing evaluations, and inpatient/outpatient consults to ancillary services that align with patients' nutrition care plan.
- Demonstrated service excellence for patient and family-centered care by showing respect, honesty, fairness, and a positive attitude toward all customers.
- Demonstrated accountability with the rules for use and disclosure of patient/client protected health information required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
- Advanced knowledge of human physiology, biochemistry, and metabolism as it relates to clinical nutrition status, food chemistry, nutrient composition, and dietary analysis.
- Knowledge of federal requirements set forth under the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions of Participation (CoP) and/or Conditions of Coverage (CoC) in order to receive Medicare/Medicaid payment.
Qualifications
Licenses Required
- Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
- Current License to practice as a Certified Dietitian in the State of Utah.
- Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Two years of clinical/practical experience.
- Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) Training.
- Current CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician).
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects involving patient care or medical equipment.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination.
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 87105
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type PRN
Shift Day
Work Schedule M-F, Flexible Hours
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HMH IPC 93C NUTR CARE SVC PAT
Category Food/Nutrition
Workplace Set Up On-site
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Which companies sponsor visas for renal dietitians in Utah?
Intermountain Health is the largest employer of renal dietitians in Utah and has an established history of sponsoring work visas for clinical dietitians across its hospital network. DaVita and Fresenius Kidney Care operate multiple dialysis clinics throughout the Salt Lake Valley and are known national sponsors for this role. University of Utah Health also recruits internationally trained dietitians for its nephrology and transplant programs.
Which visa types realistically apply to renal dietitian roles in Utah?
The H-1B visa is the most common path, as renal dietitian is a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics or a related field. Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue TN visa status under the USMCA Dietitian category, which requires no USCIS petition and allows entry at the border. J-1 visa exchange visitor status is available through designated sponsor organizations for clinical training positions. Employer-sponsored EB-2 or EB-3 green cards are also a realistic long-term pathway for permanent placement.
Which cities in Utah have the most renal dietitian sponsorship jobs?
Salt Lake City has the highest concentration of renal dietitian roles, anchored by University of Utah Health and Intermountain Medical Center. The Ogden and Provo corridors each have DaVita and Fresenius clinic locations that hire regularly. St. George is a growing secondary market as southern Utah's population expands and Intermountain extends its network, making it worth monitoring for sponsorship openings outside the Wasatch Front.
How to find renal dietitian visa sponsorship jobs in Utah?
Migrate Mate lists renal dietitian roles in Utah filtered to employers with verified visa sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on facilities that have actually sponsored dietitians before rather than guessing from generic job boards. Intermountain Health and dialysis chains appear regularly in the listings. Filtering by Salt Lake City and Provo on Migrate Mate surfaces the highest volume of active openings for this role in the state.
Are there any Utah-specific considerations for internationally trained renal dietitians?
Utah requires renal dietitians to hold a valid state dietitian license, so verifying that your credentials meet the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing standards is an early step. The Commission on Dietetic Registration credential is a prerequisite for licensure. University of Utah Health's nephrology department and Intermountain's transplant programs occasionally offer clinical training positions that can align with J-1 exchange visitor arrangements, providing an entry point before transitioning to an H-1B.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored renal dietitian jobs in Utah?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.