Locum Nephrology | Locum Physician

Job description

Details:
Location: Seattle WA
Pay: $175.00-200.00 per hour
Assignment Length: 13-weeks
Schedule: One week per month
Openings: 1
Start Date: As soon as credentialed
Experience: 1 year
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Job Responsibilities:
Transplant Nephrology coverage
Inpatient call Monday 8:00a through Monday 8:00a
Consult on post-kidney transplant patients
Write dialysis orders
Manage kidney specific needs
Consult on Liver patients that require Nephrology input
Potential clinic coverage 
Take calls from MDs, ERs and outside hospitals to provide advice on immunosuppression management
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Skills:
Extensive knowledge of nephrology principles, including renal physiology, pathology and treatment modalities
Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
Ability to manage complex kidney conditions and adjust treatments as needed
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to perform and interpret diagnostic tests and procedures
Collaborative skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team
Flexibility to adapt to new work environments and different medical teams
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Education Requirements:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
Residency training program in internal medicine accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
Fellowship in Nephrology
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Licenses & Certifications:
Board certification in Nephrology by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
Active and unrestricted medical license in Washington
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Experience:
While specific requirements may vary, most locum nephrologist positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience providing care in a clinical setting
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Additional Notes:
Locum tenens nephrologist positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to address staffing shortages in hospitals, surgical centers or other healthcare facilities
These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing nephrologists to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload
Some states may have additional practice requirements for locum physicians, so familiarization with the specific state regulations is recommended
Qualifications and educational requirements for nephrology sub-specialties may vary

• $175.00-200.00 per hour