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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

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

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

VA · Remote

$70K - $110K/yr

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

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 ...

Dietitian Live

Telehealth Registered Dietitian

TX · Remote

$70K - $110K/yr

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 20, 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, Metabolic Genetics Position with Cook Children's in Texas

Cook Childrens Physician Network

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

$40K - $48K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

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 Childrens Health Care System is one of the countrys 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 Childrens 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 7 clinical geneticists, 2 metabolic geneticists, 2 board-certified genetic counselors, 5 case managers, 2 metabolic dietitians, and 2 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.

The successful candidate should have completed a medical or medical biochemical genetics fellowship. Must be able to obtain an unrestricted Texas medical license.

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