Physician-Owned Nephrology Practice | Partnership Track | $100 Buy-In

Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on and relocation assistance

Health and disability insurance

Retirement contributions

Profit sharing

CME allowances

Professional expense reimbursement

Job summary

Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Columbia, SC seeks a nephrologist to join a physician-owned practice offering a three-year partnership track with a nominal $100 buy-in. You will manage outpatient CKD, inpatient consults, dialysis, and ESRD within a collaborative team.

Enjoy mentorship, a rotating schedule, and opportunities in a home hemodialysis program, clinical trials, and value-based care initiatives in a well-established regional network.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with nephrology board certification or eligibility.
• Completion of US Internal Medicine residency and Nephrology fellowship.
• SC medical license or ability to obtain one.
• Strong clinical skills and patient-centered care.
• Interest in long-term independent nephrology practice.
• Authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa support.
• ABIM Pathway E candidates cannot be accommodated.

Responsibilities

• Pursue a three-year partnership track with a nominal $100 buy-in to become an owner.
• Provide full-spectrum nephrology care including outpatient CKD management, inpatient consultations, dialysis, and ESRD.
• Collaborate in a collegial physician environment with mentorship and shared call responsibilities.
• Participate in a well-established home hemodialysis program and ESRD services.
• Engage in clinical research through an in-house program.
• Contribute to value-based care initiatives and leadership within the group.

Skills

Board-certified or board-eligible inNe

Internal Medicine residency + Nephrop

SC medical license or license-eligibl

Strong clinical skills

Long-term independent nephrology care

US work authorization without visa

ABIM Pathway E not accepted

Education

MD or DO

Job description

COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA
Physician-Owned Nephrology Practice | Three-Year Partnership Track | $100 Buy-In

Build Your Career. Become an Owner. Help Shape the Future of Kidney Care.

Join a well-established, physician-led nephrology practice in Columbia, South Carolina, offering comprehensive clinical opportunities, exceptional professional support, and a clearly defined pathway to partnership.

With a longstanding reputation throughout the Midlands region, an extensive referral network, and a history of outstanding physician retention, this opportunity is ideal for a nephrologist seeking a rewarding, long-term career in independent practice.

Opportunity Highlights

• Partnership & Ownership: Three-year pathway to partnership with a nominal $100 buy-in, offering the opportunity to become an owner in an established private practice.
• Comprehensive Nephrology: Full-spectrum clinical practice encompassing outpatient CKD management, inpatient consultations, dialysis, and complex kidney disease.
• Collaborative Physician Environment: Join an experienced team of nephrologists and advanced practice providers committed to mentorship, clinical collaboration, and physician support.
  Structured Clinical Schedule: Rotating outpatient/dialysis and hospital coverage, with shared call responsibilities and time off following call.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Four weeks in the first year, increasing with tenure to seven weeks.
• Advanced Dialysis Programs: Participate in a well-established home hemodialysis program, expanding peritoneal dialysis services, and comprehensive ESRD care.
• Clinical Research: Opportunities to participate in an established in-house research program with ongoing clinical trials.
• Value-Based Care & Leadership: Participate in physician-led kidney care initiatives focused on innovation, population health, and improved patient outcomes.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Sign-on and relocation assistance, health and disability insurance, retirement contributions, profit sharing, CME allowances, and professional expense reimbursement.
• Exceptional Physician Retention: Join a stable, collaborative practice with a longstanding commitment to physician satisfaction, professional development, and succession planning.

Candidate Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Nephrology
• Completion of an accredited U.S. Internal Medicine residency and Nephrology fellowship
• South Carolina medical license or ability to obtain one
• Strong clinical skills and a commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care
• Interest in establishing a long-term career in independent nephrology practice
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa support
• ABIM Pathway E candidates cannot be accommodated

Discover Columbia, South Carolina

Located in the heart of South Carolina, Columbia offers an attractive combination of affordable living, established residential communities, excellent recreational opportunities, and metropolitan amenities.

As the state capital and home to the University of South Carolina, Columbia provides a vibrant cultural environment, SEC athletics, diverse dining and entertainment, and access to higher education.

Physicians and their families enjoy a variety of housing options, from historic neighborhoods and family-friendly suburbs to waterfront properties along beautiful Lake Murray. Communities such as Lexington, Chapin, Irmo, Forest Acres, and Blythewood offer attractive residential settings and a variety of public and private school options.

Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, and kayaking, with Congaree National Park and numerous recreational areas nearby.

Convenient Regional Access:

• Charlotte, NC – Approximately 1.5 hours
• Greenville, SC – Approximately 1.5 hours
• Charleston, SC – Approximately 2 hours
• Myrtle Beach, SC – Approximately 2.5-3 hours
• Asheville, NC – Approximately 2.5 hours
• Atlanta, GA – Approximately 3.5 hours

Columbia offers physicians the opportunity to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle, strong community connections, and an excellent quality of life while building a rewarding career in private practice.