Pediatric Dietitian - Travel Position  

Location: Memphis, TN 

Job Type: Travel Contract   

Duration: 13 weeks  

Shift: 5x8s 

Pay: $2191/week  

Job Description:  

We are seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Pediatric Dietitian to provide nutrition assessment, counseling, and support for infants, children, and adolescents. The Pediatric Dietitian will develop individualized nutrition care plans, educate families, and collaborate with the healthcare team to promote optimal growth and health outcomes. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, detail-oriented, and experienced in pediatric nutrition care. 

Required Certifications & Documents

• -State License: Tennessee professional license required
• -Driver’s License/State ID: Two forms of government-issued ID required
• -Basic Life Support (BLS): Not required for dietitians
• -Other Certifications: ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, Tech Certifications are generally not required for dietitians but may apply to other roles
• Background Checks:

  • -Background check within 60 days of start (statewide, county, federal, education verification)
  • -EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and annually thereafter
  • -Sex offender search and Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry search (TN only)
• -References: Two recent professional references required
• -Education Verification: Required (diploma/transcript not accepted in lieu)
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Health & Immunization Requirements

• -Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet job demands
• -Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start (no pending results allowed)
• Immunizations:

  • -Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital)
  • -Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Proof of 2 vaccines or positive antibody titer; boosters required if titers low or equivocal
  • -Hepatitis B: Proof of 3-shot series, positive titer, or signed declination
  • -Varicella: Proof of 2 vaccines or positive antibody titer; boosters required if titers low or equivocal
• -TB Testing: True 2-step PPD, Q-Gold, or T-spot within 1 year; updated annually
• -Flu Vaccine: Required for all onsite candidates during flu season (medical/religious exemptions considered with mask requirements)
• -COVID-19 Vaccine
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Facility Specific Requirements

• -Photo for Badge: Must meet strict guidelines (passport-style, no hats, no glasses with glare, recent within 6 months)
• Dress Code:

  • -Navy blue scrubs for RNs
  • -No prints or embroidered scrubs allowed
  • -Business casual with lab coat for RN Case Managers
• -Onsite Fit Test: Required if completed onsite, must be done prior to start date
• -Confidentiality Acknowledgment: Must be signed prior to start
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Additional Notes

• -All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted with application; no changes after offer
• -No block scheduling or weekend-only shifts accommodated
• -Candidates must be fully compliant with all licensing, certification, and health requirements before start date

Benefits