General or Transplant Nephrologist in Minneapolis, MN (Full-Time)
Hennepin Healthcare/Hennepin County Medical Center
Application
Details
Posted: 18-Sep-23
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Internal Medicine
Physicians/Surgeons
Sector:
Hospital, Public and Private
Internal Number: 232145
HCMC/Hennepin Healthcare, Minnesota’s premier Level I Trauma Center, is seeking a full-time general Nephrologist with commitment with serving diverse and underserved patient populations to join the Nephrology Division in the Department of Medicine, with a primary focus on clinical responsibilities. The successful applicant will be well-versed in all aspects of Nephrology, including normal kidney physiology, electrolyte balance, nephrolithiasis, acute kidney injury and continuous renal replacement therapy, chronic kidney disease, and end stage renal disease, including understanding of and experience with hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and home hemodialysis.
We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are deeply committed to the goals of health equity and antiracism by teaching and working in an environment characterized by celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Applicants from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Opportunity Highlights
A balance of clinical practice, resident and fellow education, administrative responsibilities, with opportunities to participate in clinical research activities.
Clinic workload distributed between inpatient and outpatient settings.
In addition to staffing a Nephrology consult service, the successful candidate will provide care on the primary Nephrology service, where the Nephrologist serves as the attending of record managing all aspects of patient care while teaching residents and fellows.
Outpatient responsibilities include Nephrology clinic and management of hemodialysis (in-center and home) and peritoneal dialysis patients.
It is preferred, but not required, for the role to include transplant nephrology.
The Division of Nephrology has an ACGME accredited fellowship program, and its faculty are affiliated with the University of Minnesota. Appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.
Positive work-life balance including flexibility in setting clinic blocks, 5-6 weekend call rotations/year, and approximately 28 call nights/year.
About the Division
Diverse practice opportunities in hypertension, acute and chronic kidney diseases, bone and mineral metabolism, acute and chronic dialysis, as well as transplantation.
Active teaching programs (students, residents and fellows).
Ample opportunities for clinical research, with both the United States Renal Data System (USRDS) and the Scientific Registry for Transplant Recipients (SRTR) contracts in our Division.
Patient care and support staff includes 15 Physicians, 2 APPs, Coordinators, Dietitians, Social Workers.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree
Current or eligibility for license to practice as a physician in Minnesota
Completion of an Internal Medicine residency
Completion of a Nephrology fellowship
If program was completed 4-years ago or more, will need to be board certified by an ABMS or AOB Board
Preferred Qualifications
At least one year of direct Nephrology experience in an ambulatory/inpatient setting
Transplant experience or training
Benefit Highlights
Business Expense Account
Academic leave
Competitive health and retirement plan options
Provider wellness center
About the Area
Urban/suburban/rural living options within a 45-minute radius of downtown Minneapolis
An extremely active community known for parks and trails
Ranked #3 in Medscape’s Best States to Practice in 2023
More than 200 theatres throughout the Twin Cities, from small to large stages
Robust food scene, including nationally recognized chefs
International airport allows for easy access for traveling
About Hennepin Healthcare/Hennepin County Medical Center
Hennepin Healthcare (a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County) is a public, integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Hennepin County. We partner with our community, our patients, and their families to ensure access to outstanding care for everyone while improving health and wellness through teaching, patient and community education, and research.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.