Pediatric Dietitian
Memphis, Tennessee
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Dietitian / Dietary Services (Travel/Contract)

Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Specialty: Dietary Services (Pediatrics)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (may change during interview)
Start Date: ASAP
Experience Required:

• Minimum 1 year preferred in specialty
• First-time travelers accepted if recent experience in dietary services
  Weekend Requirement: As needed
  Schedule: Open to M-F block scheduling

Licensure & Certification Requirements

• Tennessee professional license required (pending license accepted)
• Pediatrics experience required
• Driver’s license must be included with submission

Facility Highlights

• Children’s Hospital
• Level I Pediatric Trauma Center

Required Documents & Compliance

Identification & Verification

• I9 form and attestation
• Two forms of government-issued ID (e.g., driver’s license, social security card, passport)
• Social Security Card
• Background check within 60 days of start (statewide, county, federal, education verification)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and annually thereafter
• Two recent professional references
• Education verification (diploma/transcript not accepted in lieu)
• Sex offender search and Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry search (TN only)

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) required (Dietitians exempt)
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, and other certifications generally not required for dietitians but may be relevant for other specialties

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start (no pending compliance allowed)
• Fit test for 3M N-95 mask within 1 year (if applicable)
• Immunizations:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for this facility)
  • Proof of immunity or vaccination for Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series or signed declination
• TB testing: True 2-step PPD, Q-Gold, or T-spot within 1 year, updated annually
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (declinations not accepted)
• COVID-19 vaccinations preferred but not required

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge must meet strict guidelines (passport-style, no hats, no glasses glare, recent within 6 months)
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs for RNs, other colors for different roles; no prints or embroidered scrubs allowed
• Confidentiality acknowledgment must be signed prior to start
• Job description form must be signed within one year of start
• Onsite fit test and questionnaires may be required depending on role and experience

Additional Notes

• All requested time-off (RTO) must be submitted with application; no changes after offer
• Performance evaluations and skills checklists required for contract renewals or extensions
• Internal evaluations required for candidates employed with agency for one year or more

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric environment with a reputable healthcare system, ideal for dietitians with pediatric experience seeking a travel contract role.