Physician - Nephrologist

VA Detroit; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Nephrologist to deliver exceptional care to patients with renal diseases. This role encompasses both inpatient and outpatient services, ensuring comprehensive evaluations and treatments, including dialysis and medication management. The position offers a competitive salary, generous paid time off, and robust retirement benefits. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving patient outcomes and providing clinical training to future healthcare professionals. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of Nephrology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

50-55 days of paid time off

Federal health/vision/dental insurance

Traditional federal pension

401K with up to 5% contributions

Free liability protection with tail coverage

$1,000 per year CME reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have a full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct Nephrology services to patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Evaluate and treat patients with renal disease.

Skills

Nephrology Expertise

Patient Evaluation

Dialysis Treatment

Clinical Training

Medication Prescription

Education

MD or DO

Board Certification in Nephrology

Job description

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Summary

The Nephrologist will provide direct professional Nephrology services to patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. Care will include evaluation and treatment of patients with known or suspected renal disease.

Duties

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Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5-day paid absence for CME)

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)

Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Major Duties And Responsibilities

The Nephrologist will provide direct professional Nephrology services to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Care includes evaluation and treatment of patients with known or suspected renal disease.

Treatment plans may include treatments such as dialysis, rounding on hospitalized patients, attending clinics, prescribing medications, consultative services, diet instruction, and other physician-driven decisions.

Consultation and coverage will include assisting present VA Nephrology staff, providing clinical and educational training to Nephrology residents and medical students.

Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8AM to 4:30PM

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Refusal to be tested will result in denial of employment.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for all VA healthcare personnel.