Explore Nephrologist Jobs

Find nephrologist job opportunities focused on diagnosing and treating kidney conditions, supporting patients with chronic kidney disease, and delivering specialized renal care. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, including positions in hospitals, health systems, dialysis organizations, academic medicine, and specialty practices.

What Nephrologists Do

Nephrologists evaluate kidney function and manage conditions such as chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, hypertension, electrolyte disorders, and complications related to dialysis. Depending on the role, they may provide inpatient consultations, oversee outpatient care, support dialysis treatment, coordinate transplant evaluations, and collaborate with primary care physicians and other specialists.

Common Nephrologist Career Paths

Nephrologists may specialize in areas such as transplant nephrology, interventional nephrology, critical care nephrology, or pediatric nephrology. Career opportunities can include attending physician, medical director, academic faculty member, clinical researcher, or leader of a kidney care program. Responsibilities and clinical focus vary by employer and patient population.

Qualifications for Nephrologist Roles

Most physician positions require completion of medical school, residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and a nephrology fellowship. Employers commonly expect an active medical license and board certification or eligibility in the relevant specialty. Specific requirements, including fellowship training, experience, and eligibility for hospital privileges, depend on the position.

Find a Nephrologist Job on Ladders

Browse nephrologist openings and compare the clinical focus, location, work setting, and qualifications for each opportunity. Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted roles paying $100,000 or more, so you can find opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals.

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Join us to deliver critical dialysis care in a fast-paced hospital setting. Collaborate with healthcare teams to monitor and adjust treatments for patients with end-stage renal disease, ensuring quali...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering critical dialysis care in a fast-paced hospital environment. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality outcomes for patients with end-stage...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $128K *

Empower patients to manage their Peritoneal Dialysis care. Lead patient education, oversee treatment plans, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes in a supportive, flexible e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $128K *

Join a dedicated team to empower patients in managing Peritoneal Dialysis. This role combines clinical care, patient education, and case management, ensuring high-quality outcomes through collaboratio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $108K *

Empower patients by delivering compassionate care in an outpatient dialysis setting. Collaborate with a dedicated team to monitor treatment plans and educate families, ensuring high-quality support fo...

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$97K - $135K *

Empower patients to manage their care effectively. This role combines clinical expertise, patient education, and case management to support Peritoneal Dialysis patients in achieving independence at ho...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $116K *

Deliver compassionate dialysis care while collaborating with a skilled team. Utilize critical thinking to assess patient needs and ensure safety in a fast-paced outpatient environment. Build meaningfu...

2 days ago

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$99K - $137K *

Empower patients to manage their Peritoneal Dialysis care. This role combines clinical expertise, patient education, and case management to ensure high-quality outcomes and independence for patients i...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $97K *

Make a real impact every day. As an RN, deliver compassionate dialysis care, monitor patient status, and collaborate with a dedicated team in a fast-paced outpatient setting, ensuring safety and comfo...

3 days ago

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$81K - $110K *

Accelerate your nursing career by providing compassionate care in an outpatient dialysis setting. Collaborate with a dedicated team to support patients with kidney conditions, ensuring high-quality tr...

3 days ago

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$66K - $93K *

Support patient care by delivering dialysis treatments and monitoring status. Collaborate with a clinical team to assess and respond to patient needs, ensuring safety and comfort in a fast-paced outpa...

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$72K - $101K *

Lead the charge in delivering compassionate dialysis care, ensuring patient safety and comfort in a fast-paced outpatient environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to assess, educate, and support...

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$89K - $123K *

Join a dedicated team to manage Peritoneal Dialysis patients, providing education and support for independent home care. This role combines clinical expertise, patient training, and case management to...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $124K *

Engage in a rewarding nursing role where you'll deliver compassionate dialysis care, monitor patient health, and collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes in a dynamic outpatient e...

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$76K - $106K *

Take ownership of patient care by delivering dialysis treatments and monitoring health in a collaborative outpatient setting. Utilize critical thinking and strong communication skills to ensure safety...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $101K *

Empower patients by delivering compassionate care in an outpatient dialysis setting. Collaborate with a dedicated clinical team to monitor treatment plans and educate families, ensuring high-quality s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $128K *

Lead the charge in acute care nephrology by delivering essential dialysis therapies in a dynamic hospital environment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $116K *

Join a team that delivers vital outpatient care to patients with kidney disease. Engage in patient monitoring and education, enhance your nursing skills in a supportive environment, and float to regio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $124K *

Unlock potential by delivering critical dialysis care in a fast-paced hospital environment. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure quality outcomes for patients with renal conditions, adapting to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $116K *

Join a dedicated team to deliver compassionate dialysis care, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Collaborate with clinicians in a fast-paced environment, utilizing your critical thinking skills to e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $122K *

Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to patients in an outpatient dialysis setting, managing treatment plans and collaborating with a clinical team to enhance patient health and education...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing compassionate care in an outpatient dialysis setting. You'll monitor patients, manage treatment plans, and collaborate with a supportive clinical team to enha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $110K *

Support acute care nephrology by delivering dialysis therapies in a fast-paced hospital environment. Collaborate with clinical teams to monitor and adjust patient treatments, ensuring quality outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $120K *

Transform patient care by delivering essential dialysis therapies in a dynamic hospital environment. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure quality outcomes for patients with acute kidney conditi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $116K *

Deliver compassionate dialysis care while collaborating with a skilled team. Utilize critical thinking to assess patient needs and ensure safety in a fast-paced outpatient environment. Build meaningfu...

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a nephrologist do?question toggle

    A nephrologist is a physician who specializes in kidney health. Nephrologists diagnose and manage kidney disease and related conditions, and may care for patients receiving dialysis or being evaluated for a kidney transplant.

  • What qualifications are typically required for nephrologist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements generally include a medical degree, residency training, a nephrology fellowship, and an active medical license. Many employers also require or prefer board certification or eligibility; exact qualifications vary by role.

  • Where do nephrologists work?question toggle

    Nephrologists work in hospitals, health systems, outpatient specialty practices, dialysis organizations, academic medical centers, and other clinical or research settings.

  • What specialties or career paths are available in nephrology?question toggle

    Potential paths include transplant nephrology, interventional nephrology, pediatric nephrology, critical care nephrology, academic medicine, clinical research, and medical leadership.

  • How can I find nephrologist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Ladders listings for vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, location, clinical responsibilities, and qualifications.