Nephrologist

About the role

The physician will provide nephrology services for Alameda Health System. Services will be on-site at Highland Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-scope Nephrology care in outpatient clinics at Highland Hospital and outreach clinics, as well as part of the inpatient consult service.
• Didactic education to Internal Medicine Residents.
• Provide care to Nephrology patients using a collaborative, team model of care characterized by supportive physician/APP/staff interaction.
• Call schedule: 1 in 6, each being a 12 hour call.
• Provide dialysis care in the outpatient setting.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Chief of Nephrology or their designee.

Benefits

• Work in a mission-driven practice with diverse, representative, and like-minded colleagues.
• Balance of Nephrology scope of practice that can be tailored to your specialized interests.
• Live in the East Bay in beautiful weather, a diverse community, and a variety of housing options.
• A family-centered culture that supports parents and caregivers.
• Generous days off and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) required.
• Completion of an approved residency in an appropriate specialty.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Nephrology.
• Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California.
• Valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Number.

Pay

Weekend/Holiday Call: $630 per shift; Weeknight Call: $394 per shift; SAN Hourly: $192.32. The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous, comprehensive benefits program.