Nephrologist

CommonSpirit Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 340,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Seattle, WA is seeking a BC/BE Nephrologist to join our expanding team at Virginia Mason Medical Center. You will provide comprehensive nephrology care in outpatient clinics and inpatient consults, with a focus on preventive care and patient education.

The role involves leading dialysis and transplantation care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary group, and opportunities for leadership.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or eligibility in nephrology.
• Active, unrestricted license to practice in Washington.
• Ability to obtain DEA with prescriptive authority.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nephrology care to outpatient and inpatient populations.
• Manage inpatient service at Virginia Mason Medical Center.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.
• Engage in continuing medical education and teaching.
• Maintain accurate patient records and emphasize preventive care.
• Support physician wellness and staff/patient engagement.
• Contribute to quality improvement and innovation initiatives.
• Participate in mission to improve patient health and wellbeing.

Skills

Clinical diagnostics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

MD/DO degree

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Nephrology

Active WA medical license

DEA license eligibility

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Nephrologist, this is an exceptional opportunity to join a vital and expanding team at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive group in Seattle at Virgina Mason Medical Center, serving our downtown medical center and regional clinics, all dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

Every day, you will apply your comprehensive expertise to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of kidney conditions. This involves patient consultations, developing treatment plans, including managing dialysis and transplant patients, and focusing on preventive care and health education, all within a collaborative healthcare team. You'll work closely with leadership and colleagues who value compassion, integrity, excellence, inclusion, and collaboration.

To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled and compassionate BC/BE Nephrologist, possessing expertise to thrive within a collegial and supportive environment that champions continuous improvement and innovation through our Virginia Mason Production System.

• Provide comprehensive general nephrology care to a diverse patient population in both outpatient clinics and through an inpatient consultative service.
• Manage a busy inpatient service primarily at Virginia Mason Medical Center, a destination center for advanced cardiac services and home to a Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including other nephrologists, allied health professionals, medical assistants, and clinical support staff, to optimize patient outcomes.
• Engage in learning opportunities, including continuing medical education, teaching, and professional growth, with leadership prospects based on your skills and interests.
• Maintain thorough and accurate patient records. (While EPIC isn't explicitly mentioned for Nephrology, it's standard at VMFH, so I'll keep it general unless you specify.)
• Work within a team that prioritizes physician wellness and values the engagement of both staff and patients.
• Contribute to our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of our patients, focusing on quality outcomes and innovative care delivery models.
• Compensation ranges from $340,000 - $400,000/year.

We are offering a competitive compensation model that incentivizes clinical productivity, teamwork, and the highest quality care. This position has an attractive benefits package including medical malpractice coverage and a commitment to work-life integration.

Seattle, WA

While your clinical home will be at Virginia Mason Medical Center in downtown Seattle, you'll find an abundance of residential choices at your fingertips. Live insophisticated urban high-rises just steps from work, or explore charming, distinct neighborhoodslike Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, or West Seattle, all within an easy commute to our central campus.

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Job Requirements

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Nephrology
• Active, unrestricted license in the state of Washington by start date
• Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority
• Strong clinical diagnostic and therapeutic skills in both ambulatory and inpatient settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care throughout the patient journey

Preferred

• Experience in clinical nephrology practice (fellowship training is standard, but if they prefer post-fellowship experience, we'd add 'at least one year post-fellowship experience in Nephrology')
• Familiarity with transplant nephrology or advanced cardiac patient care is a plus.

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.