Physician Nephrology - Competitive Salary

Job Description
\n Join a dynamic inpatient nephrology team at a major hospital in Duluth, MN, providing comprehensive renal care to adult patients. The role combines full‑time inpatient rounding, dialysis management, and outpatient clinic coverage, with a structured on‑call schedule. Enjoy a supportive environment with experienced nursing staff and a beautiful lakeside community.

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• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
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• Setting: Hospital
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• Start Date: 1/1/2027
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• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (regular hours) plus 15 on‑call hours Mon‑Fri and 24‑hour on‑call coverage on weekends; one week per month of call coverage. Minimum of 7 consecutive shifts.
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• Patient Population: Adult
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• Location: Duluth, MN
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• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non‑local candidates
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• Weekly direct deposit
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• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
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• Supportive credentialing assistance
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• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
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• Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)
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• Perform daily inpatient rounds for a nephrology census of 14–18 patients.
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• Manage inpatient dialysis modalities including hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), and peritoneal dialysis.
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• Oversee placement and care of dialysis catheters and coordinate with Fresenius RN staff.
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• Provide care for post‑renal transplant patients, including immunosuppression management.
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• Conduct outpatient clinic visits and order outpatient dialysis as needed.
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• Collaborate with RN and medical assistant teams to ensure seamless patient care.
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• Document encounters accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
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• Board certified or board eligible in Nephrology (internal medicine background required).
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• Completion of a two‑year nephrology fellowship.
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• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; other advanced certifications not required.
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• Ability to handle a fluctuating patient load of 14–18 inpatient encounters per shift.
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• Credentialing timeframe approximately 90 days.
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• Regular hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday‑Friday.
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• On‑call: 15 hours additional Mon‑Fri, 24‑hour coverage on Saturday and Sunday.
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• One week per month dedicated on‑call coverage.
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• Proficiency in hemodialysis, CRRT, and peritoneal dialysis management.
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• Experience with post‑renal transplant patient care.
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• Competence in catheter placement and outpatient dialysis ordering.
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• Strong communication and teamwork skills for interaction with nursing and support staff.
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• Familiarity with EMR documentation and hospital workflows.
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