Nephrology Physician Assistant

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Nephrology Physician Assistant (Outpatient)

Description

Provide outpatient nephrology care as a Physician Assistant, including comprehensive evaluations and evidence-based management of chronic kidney disease across all CKD stages. Diagnose and treat hypertension and electrolyte/metabolic disorders, adjust medications based on eGFR/CrCl and renal function, and help plan renal replacement access. Educate late-stage CKD patients and families on dialysis modalities and transplantation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed clinical histories and targeted physical exams for new and returning outpatient nephrology patients
• Formulate, implement, and adjust evidence-based CKD management plans across CKD stages 1–15
• Diagnose and treat primary and secondary hypertension, including resistant hypertension with multi-drug regimens
• Interpret labs and manage metabolic acidosis, hyperkalemia, hyperphosphatemia, renal osteodystrophy, and anemia of CKD (including ESAs and iron therapies)
• Review and adjust medication dosages based on renal function (eGFR/CrCl) and reconcile complex regimens to minimize nephrotoxicity
• Educate late-stage CKD patients and families on renal replacement therapy modalities: in-center hemodialysis, home hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplantation
• Identify access needs early and refer for timely vascular access (AV fistula/graft) or peritoneal dialysis catheter placement

Requirements

• 2+ years of nephrology experience (no new grads)
• Ability to work independently
• State licensure and board certification required
• HIPAA compliance required
• Strong bedside manner and patient-relationship skills

Benefits

• Flexible full-time schedule (4–5 days/week)
• No evenings, weekends, or call
• Competitive guaranteed base salary plus wRVU bonus
• Complete benefits, including healthcare paid at 100%, 401K, PTO, and malpractice insurance