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Nephrologist - Physician - (Nephrology - Neph) Locum Tenens
Dallas, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Nephrology
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time Locums/Travel Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Academic/Training Program Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 9/18/14
Job Description & Requirements
Nephrologist - Physician - (Nephrology - Neph) Locum Tenens
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 Hour/Day

Our client is looking for one week of coverage, as well as a separate weekend of Nephrology coverage starting in October and ongoing. The Nephrologist will be responsible for treating patients with kidney disorders, high blood pressure, anemia, and in some rare cases, dialysis and electrolysis cases. If you are BE/BC and have an active Pennsylvania license, consider contacting a Staff Care representative today!

A nephrologist (locum tenens) provides patient care to individuals suffering from kidney diseases, as well as patients with diabetes and hypertension. These physicians typically operate in clinics or hospitals, performing kidney transplants and treating acute or chronic renal diseases such as nephropathy. In addition to these medical procedures, nephrologists are trained to operate dialysis machines and manage their effects on patients.

Facility Location
State College is a college town through and through, a city in which Penn State pride means everything. Known colloquially as "Happy Valley," it is full of dining and recreation possibilities, with restaurants, bars and shops lining the sides of downtown streets. The city is home to a strong arts community, with the Nittany Valley Symphony and Pennsylvania Centre Orchestra being local favorites. Annual events include the Central Pennsylvania Festival for the Arts and the very popular Penn State Homecoming Weekend. Outdoors types will want to check out Mount Nittany for hiking and Tussey Mountain for all manner of winter sports activities.

Job Benefits
Staff Care, an AMN Healthcare company, is the nation #39;s leader in locum tenens staffing. We provide flexible, temporary employment options for physicians, clinicians, and other allied health professionals in all specialties with a variety of healthcare organizations, typically with interim contracts lasting from one week to one year. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

About the Company
Staff Care, an AMN Healthcare company, is the nation #39;s leader in locum tenens staffing. We provide flexible, temporary employment options for physicians, clinicians, and other allied health professionals in all specialties with a variety of healthcare organizations, typically with interim contracts lasting from one week to one year. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

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