Per Diem - Dietitian

 

Job Summary

Health Services is seeking a Per Diem - Dietitian to support the health and well-being of SJSU students through nutrition assessment, education, counseling, and medical nutrition therapy. The position also collaborates with healthcare providers and campus partners and co-leads the Disordered Eating Care Coordination Team

 

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop, evaluate, and monitor individualized plans of care
• Provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and counseling
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, mental health counselors, and other Student Wellness Center professionals
• Serve as a nutrition and dietetics resource for the campus community
• Co-lead the Disordered Eating Care Coordination Team
• Participate in outreach, health promotion, campus events, and continuous quality improvement initiatives

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of a wide range of medical nutrition therapy for special medical conditions
• General awareness of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), and a willingness to develop skills in their appropriate, responsible, and ethical use in a higher education environment, consistent with institutional policies and practices
• Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary health care teams to address specific diet and nutrition needs
• Knowledge of general principles, methods, materials, and resources for nutrition education and public information
• Ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment
• Knowledge of assessment, intervention, and evaluation of nutritional status with appropriate care plans established to improve outcomes
• Ability to use a full range of general nutrition counseling skills in performing the duties of the position
• Ability to use a broad range of computer skills and software, including familiarity with medical charting
• Ability to apply judgment and discretion to analyze appropriately and take effective action with tact
• Ability to promote, organize, and facilitate group meetings
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition programs and materials
• Knowledge with outpatient eating disorder treatment, evidence, and protocols
• Effective communication across a variety of venues

 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a program approved and accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
• Possess and maintain certification as a Registered Dietitian as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Completion of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics accredited pre-professional experience program

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess certification as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist
• Experience working with a higher education population
• Experience providing nutritional counseling for clients with disordered eating and/or managing eating disorders
• At least three years of clinical experience providing nutrition assessment, education, counseling, and medical nutrition therapy

 

Compensation

Classification: Per Diem Non-Exempt Healthcare
Anticipated Hiring Range: $60.15/hour
CSU Salary Range: $27.39/hour - $100.10/hour

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

 

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Certificate/License

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: August 7, 2026 through August 23, 2026. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

 

Contact Information

People and Culture
jobs@sjsu.edu

 

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