<p>A state hospital in Big Spring, TX is seeking a credentialed Registered Dietitian for a 6-month travel contract. This is a daytime, 8-hour shift position within a state hospital setting — a structured clinical environment that offers meaningful patient impact and a straightforward schedule. At $52 per hour, this contract delivers competitive allied health travel compensation in a West Texas market with a notably low cost of living.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Pay rate of $52 per hour</li> <li>6-month contract with weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends provided</li> <li>Access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary coverage</li> <li>Referral bonuses available</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 — a structured inpatient clinical environment</li> <li>8-hour day shifts; consistent daytime schedule</li> <li>Contract length: 6 months with an immediate start available</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Science in Dietetics or Nutrition from an accredited college or university</li> <li>Active Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics</li> <li>Active Licensed Dietitian (LD) licensure with the State of Texas, or eligibility 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 100 miles east of Midland and 40 miles west of Abilene, offering wide-open landscapes, a tight-knit community feel, and one of the most affordable costs of living in the state. The region is well suited for clinicians who appreciate outdoor recreation — including nearby Lake Colorado City and Big Spring State Park — and the unhurried pace of a smaller Texas city. For travel dietitians looking to stretch their contract dollar while gaining meaningful state hospital experience, Big Spring delivers on both counts.</p>