Nephrologist

This opportunity is ideal for a physician seeking outstanding clinical exposure, academic involvement, and meaningful community impact rather than a purely private practice environment. The hospital serves a highly underserved patient population, creating a uniquely rich clinical experience with complex pathology and broad nephrology exposure.

The department is led by a leader who completed residency at the institution before returning to lead the nephrology program. The culture is collaborative, supportive, and focused on education, patient care, and program development. Medical students and Internal Medicine residents rotate through the service, making teaching a meaningful component of the position.

This is an excellent fit for an early-career nephrologist, graduating fellow, or academically-minded physician looking to build a long-term career in a respected teaching environment with strong mentorship, predictable scheduling, and bonus earning potential.

Overview

• Full-time employed Nephrology position
• Monday-Friday schedule, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• No evenings or overnight shifts
• Mix of outpatient clinic, inpatient consults, and chronic/acute dialysis coverage
• Approximately 2 outpatient sessions per week with remaining time focused on dialysis units and hospital consultative services (20% outpatient, 80% inpatient)
• Academic appointment with active involvement in teaching Internal Medicine residents
• Medical student exposure through CUNY-affiliated programs
• Strong mentorship and leadership under Chief of Nephrology
• Collegial nephrology team with expanding clinical need
• Call schedule of approximately 1:4 (all telephone, never actually called into the hospital)

Compensation

• Base Salary: $225,000
• Productivity Incentive: 30% of collections generated above $100,000 in monthly billing
• Current physicians are actively achieving bonus compensation
• Competitive benefits package
• Malpractice coverage provided

Requirements

• Active New York Medical License
• Fellowship Training in Nephrology Required
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Nephrology
• Graduating Fellows encouraged to apply
• Interest in academics, teaching, and resident education strongly preferred
• Team-oriented, proactive, and mission-driven mindset