Nephrologist

The Bilox VA Medical Center, part of the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System, is seeking a passionate Nephrologist to provide comprehensive medical care to Veterans in the picturesque Mississippi Gulf Coast region. Physicians at this facility enjoy a collaborative outpatient and inpatient environment supported by advanced medical technology and a strong mission-driven culture. This role offers an engaging blend of clinical care, teaching opportunities, and a healthy work-life balance within a federal healthcare system.

Practice Info

• Outpatient and inpatient environment
• Modern, well-equipped setting

Shift & Schedule

• Permanent full-time position with flexible scheduling based on facility needs

Responsibilities

• Work-up, diagnosis, and provision of non-surgical treatment including consultation for both admitted patients and on an outpatient basis in need of care to treat general internal medicine and specialized problems related to the subspecialty of Nephrology
• Attend all outpatient nephrology clinics assigned to, as well as in the absence of other providers, to provide cross coverage in a timely manner without cancellations
• Attend the Inpatient consultations as per assignment and schedule on a timely basis with a complete consultation assessment and comprehensive care plan
• Provide timely hand-offs to provide continuity of care with Peers — clinical nursing staff and hospital providers
• Perform timely TMS and BCLS renewals for mandatory training
• Submit timely annual leave — vacations and sick leave requests to avoid and prevent cancellations and rescheduling of clinics, preferably before 45 days
• Provide on-call and after-hours coverage for weekdays and weekends as per the schedule
• Perform ABG analysis and EKG interpretation as core privileges
• Perform Hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and SLED therapies as core procedures
• Perform the administrative components of patient care management
• Monitor infection control and immunization practices and refer for treatment
• Actively be involved in teaching residents and students and periodically direct Noon Conferences for their didactic training
• Participate in educational programs
• Participate in monitoring the quality, safety and appropriateness of patient care
• Provide input and support in the development/updating of policies and procedures impacting Nephrology / Dialysis
• Demonstrate ethical conduct and serve as a positive role model to others at all levels of the organization
• Participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews
• Attend Medicine Service monthly staff meetings and Medical Staff quarterly staff meetings
• Complete medical records in accordance with Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the Medical Staff
• Participate in Medical Staff committee assignments
• Perform other duties assigned by the Chief of Medicine

Compensation

• Salary from $250,000 to $330,000
• Possible relocation incentive for highly qualified candidates

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5-day paid absence for CME)
• Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
• Up to $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME (must be full-time with board certification)
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance
• Up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Opportunity to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service with federal employers

Qualifications

• No visa sponsorship available