Registered Dietitian

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Job Details

Closing Date: 01/24/2026

Type of Position: Professional Staff – Athletic Affairs

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Department: OPS | NUTRI Inpatient Nutrition

Location: Little Rock, AR

Salary Salary: $27.06

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans for qualifying staff and family

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career training and educational opportunities

Merchant discounts

Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Responsibilities The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing nutritional care individually and as part of an interdisciplinary outpatient care team. They educate patients, families, professional staff, and students/interns. The RD works under general direction and reports to the Nutrition Department Outpatient Team Lead.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the State of Arkansas

Strong oral and written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Interviewing candidates with all levels of experience – Nutrition, LD & RD

Preferred Qualifications

Clinical experience

Registered Dietitian and Licensed by the State of Arkansas preferred

Registered Dietitian Levels

Registered Dietitian II : 1 year clinical experience

Registered Dietitian III : Master’s degree required or Specialty Certification required; precepts dietetic interns in the UAMS internship program; 2+ years’ experience

Registered Dietitian IV : 4+ years’ experience; Master’s required; Specialty Certification required

Additional Information The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for providing all types of nutritional care as part of an interdisciplinary team, educating patients, family, professional staff, and students/interns. They work under general direction and report to the Clinical Nutrition Manager, and willingly participate in patient care teams and support other team members.

Pre‑Employment Screening Annual TB screening, criminal background check, substance abuse testing. All applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the U.S. on the first day of employment. Information obtained will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Physical Activity Requirements

Constant: Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent: Lifting, Pulling, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional: Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Required Documents to Apply

Resume

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

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