Become a Part of Our Team!
Join Nutritious Thoughts, a thriving group practice of weight-inclusive dietitians dedicated to fostering healthy relationships with food through personalized one-on-one counseling and community support. We believe all individuals deserve respectful care, regardless of body size, shape, or ability. Utilizing a relational and trauma-informed approach, we empower clients to achieve lasting well-being through mindful nourishment and healing. If you are a highly motivated and collaborative dietitian passionate about non-diet nutrition counseling, we encourage you to apply!
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
- Full-time Remote Registered Dietitian
- Full-time Hybrid (Remote & Cary, NC) Registered Dietitian
- Full-time Hybrid (Remote & Asheville, NC) Registered Dietitian
Please note that employees must be located in the state of North Carolina by their employment start date. Keep scrolling to learn more about position details, employment benefits, and the work culture at Nutritious Thoughts!
If you are interested in pursuing a career at Nutritious Thoughts, please complete the Clinical Applicant Questionnaire and submit your resume and optional cover letter to Margaret Ruch at Margaret@Nutritious-Thoughts.com.
At Nutritious Thoughts, our work culture is not just a set of policies; it’s a living ecosystem designed to nourish both our clients and our team members. We believe that a supportive and flexible work environment fuels creativity and personal fulfillment. Our culture is deeply rooted in our core values, manifesting in every interaction, decision, and initiative. Our values center around creating an environment where individuals can heal, free from judgment and rooted in genuine human connection. Read more about our values as a company HERE.
Our culture thrives on sharing our collective wisdom, recognizing that diverse perspectives strengthen the care we provide to our clients and each other. We foster an environment of psychological safety where ideas are openly shared, feedback is constructive, and every voice is valued.
Who is an ideal candidate for becoming a dietitian with Nutritious Thoughts?
We are inviting someone who is committed to providing compassionate, gentle nutrition support that promotes both mental and physical wellness rooted in anti-oppression and Health At Every Size® approaches. We support diversity in our team, including but not limited to those from BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, and/or fat-positive communities, all backgrounds, and body types. We’re interested in hiring clinicians who are independently-minded, inclusive and affirming, client-centered, and relationally-oriented, with a strong focus on prioritizing relationships and valuing lifelong learning. Our ideal candidate is a collaborative team member invested in the goals and growth of their colleagues and our company.
Nutritious Thoughts RDs play a crucial role in supporting individuals by providing high-quality nutrition counseling that is personalized, affirming, relational, and inclusive. Nutritious Thoughts RDs are capable of working independently, but they thrive in collaborative environments—valuing connection and opportunities to learn from their colleagues.
- Employment Type: Full-time (30-40hrs/week), W-2 Registered Dietitian
- Pay Range: Expected compensation package (pay + benefits) $65,000-$85,000 per year
- Location: Hybrid & Remote positions are available (Employees must reside in the state of North Carolina)
- Currently accepting applications!
The right candidate will find this role both challenging and deeply rewarding. At Nutritious Thoughts, our benefits are thoughtfully designed to support a healthy work-life balance, recognize the personal growth that comes with this meaningful work, and address the higher rates of burnout common in this field. We are committed to fostering both personal and professional development within our team.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package
- Paid Self-Care Time daily
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid Clinical Supervision: Individual (weekly) and Group (twice per month)
- Retirement account with up to 3% company matching
- Medical Benefits offered (75% of premium paid by employer)
- Supplemental Benefits offered (vision, dental, short-term disability, life, Family Savings Account – FSA)
- Annual state licensure and annual Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) fees paid
- Liability insurance paid
- Virtual/Hybrid home office stipend
- Continuing Education Stipend
- Paid In-house Trainings (Provides up to 20 RD CE hours per year)
- Paid personal and professional development trainings
- Extensive, paid onboarding and training prior to meeting with clients and throughout first year of employment
- Marketing, scheduling, billing, and administrative teams to provide new clients and ongoing support
- Conduct an in-depth nutrition assessment for each client utilizing a relational care approach.
- Develop individualized, non-diet treatment plans aligned with client goals, considering their health conditions, relationship with food and body, budget, and preferences.
- Provide compassionate individual and family nutrition education and counseling sessions.
- Monitor clients’ progress and make necessary adjustments to their treatment plan to support their journey.
- Collaboration with clients’ team to integrate nutrition care into overall client treatment plans.
- Maintain detailed and timely documentation, including nutrition assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
- Stay informed of the latest research and developments in the field of nutrition science to ensure the provision of evidence-based care.
- Participate in company meetings and training sessions as required.
- Lead one clinical training session and/or office meeting per year.
- Adhere to all regulatory requirements (continuing education, HIPAA, licensure, etc.) and company policies and procedures, including communication response times.
- Endeavor to meet and maintain company job requirements, including productivity, client retention, meeting attendance, etc.
- Assist with onboarding and development of newly hired dietitians and clinical interns by inviting them to shadow clinical sessions and provide general support and encouragement.
- Optional participation in internal teams based on your interests and company needs.
- Contribute to collaborative creative projects that align with your professional goals and company objectives.
To review our full job description, click HERE!
If you are interested in pursuing a career at Nutritious Thoughts, please complete the Clinical Applicant Questionnaire and submit your resume and optional cover letter to Margaret Ruch at Margaret@Nutritious-Thoughts.com.
