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Nationwide Children's Hospital

The successful candidate will join an expanding team that consists of ten clinical geneticists (two metabolic), 21 genetic counselors, three full-time metabolic dieticians, three nurse practitioners ...

Dietitian Live

Telehealth Registered Dietitian

IL · Remote

$70K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

While our mission is rooted in metabolic health and Type 2 Diabetes, our dietitians work across a highly diverse patient population . With 30+ specialties , you will support clients navigating weight ...

Dietitian Live

Telehealth Registered Dietitian

AZ · Remote

$70K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

While our mission is rooted in metabolic health and Type 2 Diabetes, our dietitians work across a highly diverse patient population . With 30+ specialties , you will support clients navigating weight ...

Covenanthealth

Bariatric Dietitian

Lewiston, ID · On-site

The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Dietitian provides nutrition guidance and counseling to metabolic and bariatric surgery patients through development, implementation, and monitoring of dietary ...

Covenanthealth

Bariatric Dietitian

Lewiston, ID · On-site

The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Dietitian provides nutrition guidance and counseling to metabolic and bariatric surgery patients through development, implementation, and monitoring of dietary ...

Dietitian Live

Telehealth Registered Dietitian

VA · Remote

$70K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

While our mission is rooted in metabolic health and Type 2 Diabetes, our dietitians work across a highly diverse patient population . With 30+ specialties , you will support clients navigating weight ...

Dietitian Live

Telehealth Registered Dietitian

WA · Remote

$70K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

While our mission is rooted in metabolic health and Type 2 Diabetes, our dietitians work across a highly diverse patient population . With 30+ specialties , you will support clients navigating weight ...

Dietitian Live

Telehealth Registered Dietitian

TX · Remote

$70K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

While our mission is rooted in metabolic health and Type 2 Diabetes, our dietitians work across a highly diverse patient population . With 30+ specialties , you will support clients navigating weight ...

Dietitian Live

Telehealth Registered Dietitian

MA · Remote

$70K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

While our mission is rooted in metabolic health and Type 2 Diabetes, our dietitians work across a highly diverse patient population . With 30+ specialties , you will support clients navigating weight ...

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How much do metabolic dietitian jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for metabolic dietitian in the United States is $76,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,500.00 and $88,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a metabolic dietitian?

A Metabolic Dietitian specializes in nutrition therapy for individuals with metabolic disorders, such as inborn errors of metabolism, diabetes, or mitochondrial diseases. They assess patients' nutritional needs, develop specialized meal plans, and provide education to help manage their condition. These dietitians often work in hospitals, clinics, or research settings, collaborating with doctors and other healthcare professionals. Their goal is to optimize patients' health by ensuring proper nutrient intake while managing dietary restrictions.

What are the daily responsibilities of a metabolic dietitian?

A Metabolic Dietitian typically evaluates patients with inherited metabolic disorders, develops individualized nutrition care plans, and monitors patient progress through regular follow-ups. The role involves collaborating closely with physicians, genetic counselors, and nursing staff to ensure coordinated care. Dietitians often educate patients and families on dietary management strategies and may participate in case conferences or multidisciplinary meetings. Staying up to date with evolving treatment protocols and maintaining detailed patient documentation are also key parts of the job. This hands-on, collaborative environment allows dietitians to make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a metabolic dietitian?

To thrive as a Metabolic Dietitian, you need expertise in nutritional assessment, metabolic disorders, and medical nutrition therapy, usually backed by a degree in dietetics and RD credentialing. Familiarity with electronic health records, metabolic calculation tools, and specialized laboratory data interpretation is often required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and compassionate patient counseling set standout professionals apart. These skills ensure effective patient support, accurate care planning, and successful collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

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Infographic showing various Metabolic Dietitian job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 33% In-person, and 67% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,000 per year, or $36.5 per hour.

Metabolic Geneticist Physician Opportunity in North Texas

Cook Children's Health Care System

Fort Worth, TX

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

Cook Children's Health Care System rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 77 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

107th of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Location:

Medical Office Building-Fort Worth (750 8th Ave)

Department:

Genetics

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

40

Summary:

Cook Children's Healthcare System, (based in Fort Worth, Texas), has an exciting opportunity for a Metabolic Geneticist to join its Department of Genetics. Cook Children’s Health Care System is one of the country’s leading free-standing integrated pediatric health care systems. Our skilled and dedicated clinicians combine the art of healing with the use of leading technology and collaboration to provide exceptional care for our patients. Cook Children’s records approximately one million patient encounters each year through its medical center, specialty and primary care offices, neighborhood clinics, outpatient settings and home health visits.

Key Highlights:

  • Highly profitable health system known as a national quality leader.

  • Joining a well-established Department of Genetics currently staffed by 8 clinical geneticists, 2 metabolic geneticist, board-certified genetic counselors, case managers, metabolic dietitian, and metabolic nurses.

  • Broad pediatric sub-specialty platform with 35 Departments represented and 40 outpatient primary care clinics in the Cook Children's network, providing partnership opportunities for genetics program development in other specialty areas.

  • Close involvement with the Texas newborn screening program.

  • Research and teaching interests can be supported, if desired.

Qualifications:• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) required.• American Heart Association BLS and PALS.• Unrestricted Texas Medical license (must obtain prior to start date).• Must have successfully completed an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Medical Association (AMA) approved residency for pediatrics.• Board certified/Board Eligible in medical or medical biochemical genetics.
Cook Children’s offers competitive compensation, malpractice coverage, health and dental insurance, and an excellent retirement program. With over 1000 pediatric primary care, pediatric subspecialty physicians, and advanced practice providers in its network, CCPN is one of America's strongest pediatric group practices. Physicians receive a full range of practice support including delegated credentialing and integrated managed care contracting.

Cook Children's was named #1 in Health Care on Forbes 2024 "America's Best Large Employers" list! We invite you to join our nationally recognized health care system and be a part of creating a unique pediatric health care experience from the ground up.

#CCPN #LI-DB1

About Cook Children’s:

Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.

At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system––we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through––and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

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About Cook Children's Health Care System

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Cook Children's Health Care System, based in Fort Worth, Texas, operates in the healthcare industry with a primary focus on pediatric health services. Established in 1918, the system has been committed to improving the health of children through the prevention and treatment of childhood diseases. This integrated pediatric healthcare system includes a medical center, physician network, home health company, research institute, and a health plan. At the core of its operations is the mission to 'Improve the Health of Every Child' in its community, reflecting its commitment to providing quality care, research, education, and prevention and wellness services.

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Health care and social assistance

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

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Fort Worth, TX, US

Year founded

1918

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