Job Description

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below.

Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance Offered!

Location: Main Hospital in Edinburg, TX and Specialty Clinic in McAllen, TX

Shift/Hours: Day shift, up to 30 hours per week, Monday-Friday.

Why Join The Driscoll Team?

Driscoll Children’s Hospital is the first free-standing pediatric hospital in South Texas, proudly serving children and families across more than 45 counties. As part of the Driscoll Health System, you’ll join a mission-driven organization that values patient care, collaboration, and professional growth.

What We Offer (Part-Time Benefits)

• Benefits effective day one

• Annual merit increases up to 4%

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

• Generous Paid Time Off + Sick Time

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Adoption Assistance

• Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program

• Ongoing Professional Development opportunities

• Employee Care Center for employees, spouses, and adult dependents

About the Role

Driscoll Children’s Hospital is seeking a Part-Time Clinical Dietitian to provide direct inpatient nutrition care and float to support our ambulatory Specialty Clinics across the Rio Grande Valley. This role ensures continuity and high-quality pediatric nutrition services in both hospital and outpatient settings.

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential is highly preferred or willingness to pursue after hire.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive pediatric nutrition assessments

• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans

• Provide patient and caregiver education

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams

• Monitor medical nutrition therapy and verify diet/formula orders

• Document care and support accurate billing in the EMR

• Support both inpatient and outpatient clinic services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in nutrition or related field from an ACEND-accredited program

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through CDR

• Texas state licensure (or within 90 days of hire)

• Food Safety and BLS certifications (or within 90 days of hire)

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Specialty certification (CDCES)

• Pediatric specialty experience