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Life Time, Inc.

Lead-Personal Training 2

Apex, NC · On-site

You will assist club leadership in bringing the Life Time Training brand and philosophy to life ... Experience in delivery and overall knowledge of virtual training methodology * Demonstrates success ...

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How much do virtual nutrition assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual nutrition assistant in Raleigh, NC is $23.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.86 and $26.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a virtual nutrition assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Nutrition Assistant, you need a background in nutrition or dietetics, strong knowledge of dietary guidelines, and often a relevant certification such as a Nutrition Assistant or Dietetic Technician credential. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, nutrition tracking software, and electronic health records is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and organization help you effectively support clients remotely and collaborate with healthcare teams. These skills ensure clients receive accurate, personalized nutrition guidance and maintain engagement in a virtual environment.

What is a virtual nutrition assistant?

A Virtual Nutrition Assistant is a professional who provides remote support and guidance on nutrition and healthy eating habits, often through online platforms or apps. They assist clients with meal planning, answer questions about nutrition, and may help track dietary progress. This role can involve working with registered dietitians or nutritionists to provide evidence-based advice tailored to individual needs. Virtual Nutrition Assistants make nutrition support more accessible by allowing clients to receive help from anywhere, making it convenient and flexible.

What is the difference between Virtual Nutrition Assistant vs Registered Dietitian?

AspectVirtual Nutrition AssistantRegistered Dietitian
CredentialsNone required, often certifications in nutrition supportLicensed, registered with a credentialing body (e.g., RD or RDN)
Work EnvironmentRemote, online platforms, healthcare or wellness companiesClinical settings, private practice, hospitals, or online
Employer & IndustryHealth tech companies, wellness apps, online clinicsHospitals, clinics, private practices, healthcare organizations

The Virtual Nutrition Assistant typically provides basic nutritional guidance and support online without requiring formal licensure, while a Registered Dietitian offers comprehensive, personalized medical nutrition therapy and must hold specific credentials. Both roles often work remotely and serve similar industries, but the scope and level of expertise differ significantly.

How does a virtual nutrition assistant typically collaborate with dietitians and clients in a remote setting?

As a Virtual Nutrition Assistant, you regularly support registered dietitians by organizing client information, scheduling appointments, and preparing preliminary nutrition reports. Communication is mostly conducted through secure digital platforms, requiring clear written skills and attention to privacy protocols. You'll also interact with clients to gather dietary information, answer basic questions, and follow up on their progress, ensuring a smooth workflow between the client and the nutrition professional. This collaborative approach helps provide personalized care while maintaining efficiency in a remote environment.
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Infographic showing various Virtual Nutrition Assistant job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $49,332 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Physician Assistant - Duke Primary Care

Dukehealth.org

Morrisville, NC • On-site

$93K - $126K/yr

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This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
About Duke Primary Care
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Primary Care, which offers family, adolescent, and internal medicine services as well as urgent, general pediatric, and virtual care at nearly 50 clinic locations across central North Carolina.
Job Location
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS AVAILABLE
Job Summary
Provide acute care, chronic care, preventive care and prenatal care to new and established patients of all ages in a primary care setting.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed medical history assessment
  • Conduct physical exams
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Order diagnostic testing (e.g., lab work, EKG, cardiac echo, imaging procedures, etc.) when indicated
  • Coordinate specialty referrals as indicated
  • Provide consultation to patient and/or family to include necessity, prep, nature and effects of ordered diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
  • Provide patient and/or family education regarding diabetes, nutrition, smoking cessation, pain management, etc.
  • Follow up on ordered laboratory studies, diagnostic procedures, etc.
  • Prescribe treatment or medication when indicated.
  • Document all activity in patient's electronic medical record to include comments about diagnosis and prognosis, diagnostic testing, patient condition, treatments and response to therapies and interventions, etc
  • Participate in clinic research activities if needed.
  • Perform telehealth visits if needed.
  • Work with a supervising physician, other providers and colleagues in the practice.
  • Perform any other related duties required to service primary care scheduled or walk-in patients
Job Eligibility Requirements
Education
NP:Graduate of an accredited MSN or DNP Nurse Practitioner Program
PA:Graduate of ARC accredited Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree Physician Assistant Program.
Certification
NP:NP-C (can be FNP, AGNP, AGPCNP, PNP-PC, etc.)
PA:PA-C
Both:AHA approved BLS certification is required before hire.ACLS and PALS must be completed after hire.
Licensure
NP:Current unrestricted RN license issued by or recognized by NCBON with approval to practice as NP
PA:Current unrestricted license issued by NCMB with approval to practice as a PA
Both:Federal and State DEA license with unrestricted prescriptive authority
Experience:
Experience working as a PA or NP in a primary care setting is preferred but not required
Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Conduct detailed and thorough medical/surgical history assessment
  • Physical exams
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Provide perioperative instructions/guidance
  • Order testing (e.g., lab work, EKG, cardiac echo, imaging procedures, etc.)
  • Provide consults (diabetes, nutrition, smoking cessation, pain management, geriatric care, sleep apnea, anemia, and cardiology, etc.)
  • Prescribe treatment or services to further optimize the patient prior to planned procedure if needed.
  • Follow up on ordered laboratory studies, diagnostic procedures, etc.
  • Provide explanation as to the necessity and the results of ordered testing and procedures.
  • Participate in clinic research activities if needed.
  • Perform telehealth visits if needed.
  • Work with a supervising physician from the Department of Anesthesia.
  • Any other related duties required to service pre-surgical and/or pre-anesthesia care
Job Hours
  • FT, salaried position
  • Ability and willingness to work Monday - Friday 8a-5pm, providing up to 36 hours of direct patient care per week

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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