Nephrologist

Shift / Hours : On-call, scheduled coverage days; must be available 24 hours for call-back. Report on-site within 1 hour of notification as needed.

Duration : Permanent Position

Job Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and urgent consultative nephrology services, including critical and acute care for patients in the Emergency Department and hospital.
• Participate in daily ICU rounds for patients requiring nephrology consultation.
• Manage urgent outpatient issues, including telephone consults, abnormal test results, and provider / nurse inquiries.
• Support Family Medicine Residency (FMR) Program education and training, supervising residents in inpatient nephrology care.
• Serve as Medical Director or collaborate with the Group's Medical Director to coordinate nephrology services, oversee staff, and participate in hospital committees, staff conferences, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintain clinical competencies and provide expert consultative services across core nephrology disciplines, including :
• Fluid, electrolyte, and acid / base disorders
• Acute and chronic kidney injury / disease
• Inpatient dialysis (intermittent and continuous), peritoneal dialysis, and dialysis access management
• Coordination of care with interdisciplinary teams, outpatient dialysis units, and external providers
• Placement of temporary hemodialysis catheters using bedside ultrasound
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Defense Health Agency / DoD / Air Force policies.
• Document all patient interactions, orders, and procedures accurately and timely, following coding and recordkeeping standards.
• Participate in hospital performance improvement and resolve patient care or service-related issues within responsibility.

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