Registered Dietitian - Feeding the Root (Bartlett, TN)

Feeding the Root Nutrition Therapy is seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) to join our team beginning in Fall 2025. This role offers flexibility and growth, with opportunities for both virtual + in-office counseling, plus local, on-site work in the Memphis area, particularly for corporate wellness and community engagement initiatives.

We are looking for a self-starter who is passionate about health equity, community-based care, and weight-inclusive nutrition, and who thrives in a collaborative but flexible setting. This is an ideal opportunity for a clinician who is excited to grow their counseling skills within a supportive private practice.

What You’ll Do

• Provide individualized nutrition counseling using the Nutrition Care Process

• Support and lead local wellness workshops and community health initiatives (primarily in the afternoons)

• Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record

• Contribute to the delivery of high-quality, client-centered care rooted in cultural humility

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), licensed in the state of Tennessee (additional state licenses are a plus)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field

• 1+ year of experience in nutrition counseling or community-based nutrition work (strongly preferred)

• Demonstrated alignment with non-diet, Health at Every Size® (HAES®) principles

• Strong communication skills and the ability to facilitate group education sessions

• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to a flexible, evolving work environment

• Interest in building a specialty area (i.e: diabetes nutrition, eating disorders or sports nutrition)

• Preferred patient care availability of 10–25 hours per week, with some weekday and afternoon availability to best meet patient needs

What We Offer

• Consistent referrals from our established network

• Administrative support including scheduling, billing & EMR

• Private office space in Bartlett, TN available for in-person patient sessions

• A collaborative, supportive team environment that values your growth as a clinician

• Opportunities for ongoing development in community engagement, corporate wellness, and culturally centered care

• Flexible schedule, 4 day work week

Workload & Scheduling Details

• This role offers the potential to work up to 30 hours per week, with initial availability ideally ranging from 8-10 hours per week as the caseload builds.

• Client volume will gradually increase over time based on referrals, fit, and demand.

• This opportunity is best suited for someone who is comfortable with a progressive workload and understands that client volume may start lower in the beginning phase.

Note: This position may not be a fit for those seeking full-time hours immediately or who are limited to only late evening availability due to other full-time roles.

Application Instructions

To be considered, applicants must submit:

• A brief video introduction (2–3 minutes) outlining their interest

We will begin reviewing materials in the coming weeks with the goal of onboarding in Fall 2025.

Feeding the Root Nutrition & Hair Therapy is committed to advancing health equity through culturally sensitive, community-centered care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage those with lived experience that reflects the communities we serve.

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