Nephrologist

HMFP at BIDMC, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

HMFP at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA and Joslin Diabetes Center seek a full-time BC/BE nephrologist to join a collaborative clinical and academic practice. The role emphasizes kidney disease in diabetes, teaching trainees, and contributing to research activities.

The position offers a mix of outpatient/inpatient duties, with opportunities for academic involvement, mentorship, and collaboration across the Joslin/Joslin Clinic and BIDMC nephrology divisions.

Qualifications

• M.D. degree from an accredited school.
• Residency in internal medicine.
• Fellowship in nephrology.
• Certification and licensure in Massachusetts.
• Board certified in internal medicine.
• Board certified in nephrology or eligible for certification.

Responsibilities

• Treats patients with general kidney disorders.
• Evaluates and diagnoses all types of kidney disorders.
• Chooses appropriate therapy.
• Works collaboratively with Joslin clinicians to ensure high-quality care.
• Provides ongoing management and follow-up.
• Treats diabetic kidney disease and related conditions.
• Interacts with education and nursing staff to optimize patient care.
• Participates in teaching fellows, residents, and students.

Skills

Clinical nephrology

Kidney disease management

Teaching and mentorship

Academic collaboration

Research involvement

Education

MD degree from an accredited school

Internal medicine residency

Fellowship in nephrology

Job description

Job Description: Joslin Diabetes Center is seeking a full-time BC/BE nephrologist of any experience level to join our clinical practice located in Boston, MA. We are seeking an individual committed to the delivery of outstanding nephrology clinical care with a focus on kidney disease in patients living with diabetes as well as interested in contributing to the education and mentorship of trainees in a collaborative academic environment. The Joslin Kidney and Hypertensive section provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient subspecialty services, including inpatient evaluation of acute kidney injury, critical care consultation, continuous renal replacement therapy, acute and chronic hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, nephrolithiasis, hypertension and outpatient management of CKD and kidney transplant recipients. The individual should work in a collegial fashion with adult diabetes physicians and nurse practitioners and with diabetes educators, including nurses, dietitians, and exercise physiologists; Perform academic and scholarly activities; Function as a member of the medical staff of the hospital(s) where he/she practices; Interact with the Clinic and Center Administrators in a positive and constructive fashion; Work collaboratively with the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Nephrology Division with which the Joslin Diabetes Center has a joint clinical venture. Qualifications: BC/BE nephrologist able to be certified and obtain medical licensure in Massachusetts. Time will be allocated between clinic, research, inpatient service, PD and HD dialysis coverage and/or other responsibilities based on need, funding and applicant interest.

Essential Responsibilities of the Job

• Treats patients with general kidney disorders.
• Evaluates and diagnoses all types of kidney disorders
• Chooses appropriate therapy.
• Works in a collaborative manner with other Joslin Diabetes Center/Joslin Clinic healthcare providers to assure high quality management.
• Provides ongoing management assistance.
• Treat patients with diabetic kidney disease.
• Evaluates and diagnoses kidney conditions and disorders in addition to diabetic kidney disease.
• Chooses appropriate therapy.
• Recognizes complications of kidney disorders.
• Chooses treatment to avoid and minimize complications.
• Provides ongoing management assistance.
• Treat general medical problems, within the context of a referral practice.
• Evaluates general health status.
• Diagnoses diseases besides diabetes.
• Provides general medical therapy.
• Refers patients when additional expertise is needed.
• Works in collaboration with primary care physicians.
• Works in a collegial fashion with other Joslin Clinic health care professionals.
• Ensures that patients are seen and evaluated by diabetes health care professionals when appropriate.
• Effects management plan in a cooperative manner and shares responsibility with allied health professionals including adult diabetes, mental health, pediatrics, ophthalmology, certified diabetes educator, nutritionists, exercise physiologists and nurse practitioners.

Participates in Teaching Activities

• Participates in teaching of fellows, residents and medical students in both in-patient and out-patient settings.
• Participates in teaching CME and other educational activities sponsored by the Kidney & Hypertension Section or Joslin Diabetes Center.

Actively Performs Academic Research

• Participates or leads Basic or Clinical Research activity.
• Participates in academic teaching pursuits or mentorship.
• Seeks funding for research activity as needed.
• Scholarly activities in clinical or translational research are encouraged.

Interacts with the medical staff.

• Fulfills obligations specified by hospital and Center Bylaws.
• Participates on committees as needed.
• Attends and participates actively in conferences.
• Performs in a collegial fashion with other Center/Clinic and hospital or community physicians.
• Interacts with the physicians in training (House staff).
• Satisfies departmental teaching obligations.
• Participates in conferences with House staff.
• Discusses patients and cases of interest with the House staff.
• Communicates about inpatient management.
• Interacts with the Administrative Staff.
• Works effectively with the Section Chief and Chief Medical Officer.
• Works constructively with the Center Administrators and other Administrative Personnel.
• Participates in referral development activities.
• Presents lectures and promotes the program to physicians, hospital staff, and potential referral sources.
• Participates in Joslin community activities (e.g. lectures, health fairs, radio programs).

Required Job Qualifications

• M.D. degree from an accredited school
• Residency in internal medicine
• Fellowship in nephrology
• Certification and licensure in Massachusetts
• Board certified in internal medicine
• Board certified in nephrology (or eligible for Board certification with certification expected)

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) is one of the largest physician organizations in New England, dedicated to excellence and innovation in patient care, education, and research. As a physician-led organization, HMFP partners with more than 2,400 providers to support the delivery of exceptional care, promote professional development, and foster balance at work and home. HMFP physicians have faculty affiliations with Harvard Medical School (HMS) and provide care throughout the Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) system and additional hospitals across Massachusetts

Pay Range

Pay Range: $150,000 - $350,000 The base pay range reflects what Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation within this range may be determined based on several factors, including academic appointment, work experience, specialty training, geography of work location, anticipated productivity, FTE basis, and role expectations. In addition to base compensation, this role may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which may include bonuses for productivity and quality HMFP also offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits program to eligible employees, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement plan(s) with employer contributions.

Equity and Inclusion Statement

HMFP is an equal opportunity employer. HMFP respects diversity and accordingly is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length, and protective hairstyles, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth, and breastfeeding), sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.