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.

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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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$500K+*

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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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.