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Uhling Consulting LLC

Registered Dietitian

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$52K - $62K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Duties and responsibilities Duties and responsibilities of the private-practice RD include ... Registered Dietitian with a Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, dietetics or public health and ...

Uhling Consulting LLC

Registered Dietitian

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$52K - $62K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Duties and responsibilities Duties and responsibilities of the private-practice RD include ... Registered Dietitian with a Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, dietetics or public health and ...

Magnet Medical

Dietitian - Dietitian

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$2.3K/wk

Dietitians assess the nutritional needs of patients, develop personalized nutrition plans, and ... private practice. The role involves educating individuals or groups about healthy eating habits ...

Good Samaritan Society

Dietitian - Dietitian

Mandan, ND · On-site

$1.7K/wk

Dietitians assess the nutritional needs of patients, develop personalized nutrition plans, and ... private practice. The role involves educating individuals or groups about healthy eating habits ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for private practice 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 private practice dietitian?

A Private Practice Dietitian is a registered dietitian who works independently, offering nutrition counseling and services to clients outside of a hospital or clinical setting. They may specialize in areas like weight management, sports nutrition, or medical nutrition therapy. These dietitians often run their own business, manage client appointments, and develop personalized nutrition plans. Their work can take place in an office, virtually, or even in community settings.

What does a private practice dietitian do?

A typical day for a Private Practice Dietitian involves meeting with clients for initial assessments and follow-up consultations, developing personalized nutrition plans, and documenting client progress using health record systems. You may also spend time managing business-related tasks such as scheduling, billing, and marketing your services. Collaboration with other healthcare professionals and occasional community outreach activities, like workshops or seminars, are common. This blend of client-facing and business responsibilities provides a dynamic and rewarding work environment for those who enjoy both nutrition counseling and running their own practice.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a private practice dietitian?

To thrive as a Private Practice Dietitian, you need a strong background in nutrition science, client assessment, and individualized meal planning, usually backed by a bachelor's degree in dietetics and Registered Dietitian (RD) certification. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, nutrition analysis software, and scheduling or billing platforms is often required. Excellent interpersonal skills, entrepreneurship, and adaptability set top professionals apart in this role. These abilities enable effective client care, smooth business operations, and the building of a loyal client base for long-term success.

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Infographic showing various Private Practice Dietitian job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $76,000 per year, or $36.5 per hour.

Registered Dietitian - In-Office Private Practice

The Dietitians Group of West Florid

New Port Richey, FL • On-site

$30 - $51/hr

Part-time

PTO

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Job description

We are seeking a Registered Dietitian (W-2) with an interest in providing one-on-one nutritional counseling in our New Port Richey location. The ideal candidate is passionate about nutrition and interested in working with people. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a growing company and make an impact on the lives of many individuals.

This position is Part-Time (16hrs per week) to start and can grow into Full-Time as desired.

We bill insurance! Applicants selected for this position will be credentialed and contracted under our group contracts. This position is considered fully vetted once insurance contracting has taken place so flexibility in start date is acceptable.

Responsibilities

  • Meet with patients one-on-one in an office setting utilizing both in-person and telehealth formats
  • Assess patient’s nutritional health through review of medical records, lab data, and personal reports to identify and treat nutritional diagnoses that arise from diabetes, chronic kidney disease, obesity/overweight, and other conditions
  • Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy based on current evidence-based nutrition science
  • Collaboratively work with patients to address issues, make personalized recommendations, and develop goals
  • Maintain complete and accurate charting notes using an electronic health record
  • Maintain communication among members of the patient's healthcare team as necessary

Qualifications

  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), minimum 5 years of experience
  • Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD) and Florida State Board of Medical Licensure (LD) must be maintained
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills, ability to build rapport with patients
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required
  • Strong computer, time management, and organizational skills are needed to be successful in this position
  • Experience with telehealth platforms, like Zoom, a must!