Nephrology Physician - Seattle, Washington

Job Description

Explore an exciting opportunity for a Nephrologist in Seattle. This Locum Tenens position involves providing transplant nephrology coverage, specifically focusing on post-kidney transplant patients and related nephrology consultation. Commit to one week of 24/7 call per month, offering crucial expertise and support to patients and healthcare teams.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Inpatient
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday 8:00 AM – Monday 8:00 AM, one week per month
• Patient Population: Adult
• Location: Seattle, WA
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities

• Take call and provide nephrology consultation for 7 consecutive days each month.
• Consult on and manage the needs of post-kidney transplant patients, including dialysis orders and kidney-specific care.
• Provide consultation on liver patients requiring nephrology expertise.
• Respond to inquiries and calls from other physicians, ERs, and outside hospitals, particularly regarding immunosuppression management.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Nephrology required.
• Training or experience in transplant nephrology is essential.

Working Hours

• 24/7 call for a week-long period each month, Monday 8:00 AM to the following Monday 8:00 AM.

Skills

• Experience with dialysis patient management, post-renal transplant care, and renal biopsy preferred.
• Proficiency in peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis catheter placement is advantageous.
• BLS certification required.