PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Dietitian - Facility Program Coordinator
Veterans Health Administration · Grand Junction, CO
$92k–$120k/ year
Top 25% pay
Registered Dietitian jobs in Grand Junction, CO
1 open role with published pay is listed for Grand Junction. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Grand Junction. The free report below lists employers near Grand Junction and what they pay.
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- Overall prices in Grand Junction run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Travel assignment per diem in Grand Junction
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel registered dietitian assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Grand Junction
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Grand Junction, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Junction Va Medical Center Grand Junction, CO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital Grand Junction, CO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital Grand Junction, CO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Registered Dietitian pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provo, UT | 182 mi | $23.27/hr | 115,479 |
| Orem, UT | 186 mi | $23.27/hr | 96,646 |
| Lakewood, CO | 189 mi | — | 156,868 |
| Arvada, CO | 189 mi | — | 121,873 |
| Westminster, CO | 195 mi | — | 115,302 |
| Broomfield, CO | 197 mi | — | 78,323 |
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License and tax basics in Colorado
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Colorado taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
Who is hiring registered dietitians in Grand Junction?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Grand Junction. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Grand Junction.
Do I need a Colorado license to work in Grand Junction as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Grand Junction?
The federal per diem benchmark in Grand Junction is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Grand Junction?
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Your Dietitian pay reportGrand Junction, CO · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Colorado West Healthcare SystemGrand Junction, CO · 1 wage offer$40.57/ hr$41–$41
- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 2 postings$39.62/ hr$30–$50
- ScionHealthAurora, CO · 2 postings$37.11/ hr$33–$42
- Eating Recovery Center LLCDenver, CO · 1 wage offer$32.67/ hr$32–$34
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$30Median$37.28High$50
7 Dietitian postings with published pay in Colorado, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 7 Dietitian roles
- Registered Dietitian Nutrition PRN DaysPer diem$32.72–$41.50/ hour
- Bariatric Registered Dietitian Care CoordinatorPermanent$70k–$105k/ year
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