<p>A state hospital in Big Spring, Texas is seeking a credentialed Registered Dietitian for a 6-month travel contract. This is a daytime, 8-hour-shift position embedded within a state psychiatric/behavioral health hospital setting — a clinically meaningful environment that offers consistent schedule structure and a straightforward scope of practice for an experienced RD or LD. The $52/hour pay rate, combined with travel and housing stipends, makes this a competitive short-term engagement for a licensed Texas dietitian or a traveling clinician ready to obtain Texas licensure.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Pay rate: $52.00 per hour</li> <li>6-month contract with weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends provided</li> <li>Extensive housing network with corporate discounts available</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary coverage</li> <li>Referral bonuses program</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance support team</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Facility type: state hospital — behavioral/psychiatric inpatient setting</li> <li>Contract length: 6 months with an immediate start available</li> <li>Schedule: 8-hour day shifts</li> <li>Consistent daytime hours with no stated weekend or on-call obligations</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per Texas state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Science in Dietetics or Nutrition from an accredited college or university</li> <li>Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Commission on Dietetic Registration)</li> <li>Active Licensed Dietitian (LD) credential issued by the State of Texas — or eligibility and willingness to obtain prior to start</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Big Spring is a small West Texas city situated in Howard County, roughly midway between Midland and Abilene along I-20 — a location that offers easy highway access to larger regional hubs while maintaining a quiet, low-cost-of-living lifestyle. The area is characterized by wide open high-plains terrain, clear skies, and a tight-knit community atmosphere that appeals to clinicians who prefer a slower pace outside of major metro areas. Big Spring State Park, nearby Lake Colorado City, and the broader Permian Basin region provide outdoor recreation options for those who enjoy hiking, fishing, and stargazing in a genuinely uncrowded setting.</p>