HCMC/Hennepin Healthcare, Minnesotas 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.

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 ACGME, AOA or Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada accredited training in Residency training program in Internal Medicine as required in the Medical Staff Bylaws.
• Completion of an ACGME, AOA or Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada accredited training in Fellowship training program in Nephrology as required in the Medical Staff Bylaws.
• If program was completed 4-years ago or more, will need to be board certified by an ABMS or AOB Board
• Board certification in Nephrology is required within 4-years of completing training.

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 Medscapes 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

Interested candidates can email CV to Jessica.Endres@hcmed.org or apply online here