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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Support a dynamic urology practice by providing comprehensive care in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Collaborate with experienced physicians to manage diverse urologic conditions while enhanc...

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Deliver compassionate dialysis care in a fast-paced outpatient setting, ensuring patient safety and comfort while collaborating with a dedicated clinical team to enhance patient outcomes and education...

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$81K - $112K *

Deliver compassionate dialysis care in a fast-paced outpatient setting, collaborating with a skilled team to ensure patient safety and comfort while utilizing critical thinking to address clinical cha...

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$81K - $112K *

Provide compassionate dialysis care in a fast-paced outpatient setting. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure patient safety and comfort while utilizing critical thinking to address clinical chall...

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Deliver compassionate nursing care in a fast-paced outpatient setting, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide dialysis treatments, educate patients, and util...

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Champion patient care by delivering dialysis treatments and monitoring health. Collaborate with a dedicated team to assess clinical situations, educate patients, and ensure safety in a fast-paced outp...

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$83K - $114K *

Elevate patient care by delivering compassionate dialysis services in a dynamic outpatient setting. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure safety and comfort while utilizing critical thinking to ad...

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$91K - $124K *

Champion patient care by delivering dialysis treatments and monitoring health in a collaborative outpatient setting. Utilize critical thinking and strong communication skills to educate patients and e...

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$83K - $114K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team delivering compassionate dialysis care. Utilize your nursing expertise in a fast-paced outpatient setting, ensuring patient safety and comfort while collaborating...

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$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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$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...

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$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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$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...

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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...

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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...

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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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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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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...

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$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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Grow your career with a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional outpatient dialysis care. Leverage your nursing expertise to support patients with chronic kidney disease while floating across...

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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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$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...

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$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...

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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.