Nephrologist Jobs
Nephrologist jobs are open across hospital systems, academic medical centers, dialysis networks, and nephrology group practices, from early-career fellows to senior and program-director level, with specializations in transplant nephrology, interventional nephrology, and chronic kidney disease management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Location Address:
225 North Smith Avenue
Suite 300
Saint Paul, MN 55102-2592
Date Posted:
June 04, 2026
Department:
62837000 Nephrology
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
Every 4th
Job Summary:
Responsible for direct patient care by reviewing patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation. Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families. Specializes in diseases and disorders of the kidney, and conditions that impact renal function.
Key Position Details:
Job Description:
Principle Responsibilities
- Direct Patient Care.
- Provides specialty care for patients with diseases or disorders of the kidney, or conditions which impact renal function.
- Reviews patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
- Evaluates, interprets, and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care.
- Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.
- Works collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
- Practices in a thoughtful manner including consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy and legal responsibilities.
- Charts in electronic format in accordance with licensure and scope.
- Actively participates in multidisciplinary team approach to case management.
- May provide care in an ambulatory clinic, inpatient or outpatient hospital setting.
-
May participate in on-call rotation.
-
Quality.
- Utilizes quality improvement tools to develop processes that promote continuous improvement in delivery of patient care, patient outcomes, or work flows.
- May participate in peer review and quality assurance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine required and
- Completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) accredited Residency training program in Internal Medicine required and
- Completion of a fellowship in nephrology from an approved school of medicine required
- 0 to 2 years of demonstrated experience in the designated specialty required
- Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire and
- ACLS-BLS Tier 3 - Multisource required within 180 Days and
- PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support - Multisource required depending on business unit upon hire and
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation - Multisource required depending on business unit upon hire
- Licensed Physician - WI upon hire required and
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Internal Medicine upon hire required and
- Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate upon hire required and
- Prescription Monitoring Program upon hire required and
- National Provider Identifier upon hire required
Physical Demands
Medium Work:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $390,000 to $410,000 per year
The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).
Benefit Summary
At Allina Health, we believe safe, compassionate care starts with supporting those who provide it. That’s why we invest in your growth and well-being — professionally and personally. When you join our team, you’ll have access to comprehensive benefits designed to support your mind, body, spirit, and community.
Benefits include:
- Health \& Wellness – Competitive medical and dental plans, plus optional vision, legal, and other voluntary benefits.
- Financial Protection – Employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Retirement Savings – Includes employer match and an annual Allina contribution to your 401(k) plan, plus options for supplemental savings and deferred compensation plans.
- Professional Support – Reimbursement for state licensure, DEA registration, and board certification fees.
- Malpractice Coverage – Employer-paid insurance, including tail coverage.
- Student Loan Assistance – Guidance through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer).
- Education \& Development – Generous annual CME allowance and technology stipend.
- Well-Being – Access to the Center for Provider Well-being which is committed to the promotion of professional fulfillment through organization and individual initiatives, research and education.
- Additional Perks – Many positions include relocation assistance, a signing bonus, educational assistance, and immigration support. Contact the recruiter for eligibility \& details.
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Location Address:
225 North Smith Avenue
Suite 300
Saint Paul, MN 55102-2592
Date Posted:
June 04, 2026
Department:
62837000 Nephrology
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
Every 4th
Job Summary:
Responsible for direct patient care by reviewing patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation. Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families. Specializes in diseases and disorders of the kidney, and conditions that impact renal function.
Key Position Details:
Job Description:
Principle Responsibilities
- Direct Patient Care.
- Provides specialty care for patients with diseases or disorders of the kidney, or conditions which impact renal function.
- Reviews patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
- Evaluates, interprets, and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care.
- Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.
- Works collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
- Practices in a thoughtful manner including consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy and legal responsibilities.
- Charts in electronic format in accordance with licensure and scope.
- Actively participates in multidisciplinary team approach to case management.
- May provide care in an ambulatory clinic, inpatient or outpatient hospital setting.
-
May participate in on-call rotation.
-
Quality.
- Utilizes quality improvement tools to develop processes that promote continuous improvement in delivery of patient care, patient outcomes, or work flows.
- May participate in peer review and quality assurance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine required and
- Completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) accredited Residency training program in Internal Medicine required and
- Completion of a fellowship in nephrology from an approved school of medicine required
- 0 to 2 years of demonstrated experience in the designated specialty required
- Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire and
- ACLS-BLS Tier 3 - Multisource required within 180 Days and
- PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support - Multisource required depending on business unit upon hire and
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation - Multisource required depending on business unit upon hire
- Licensed Physician - WI upon hire required and
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Internal Medicine upon hire required and
- Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate upon hire required and
- Prescription Monitoring Program upon hire required and
- National Provider Identifier upon hire required
Physical Demands
Medium Work:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $390,000 to $410,000 per year
The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).
Benefit Summary
At Allina Health, we believe safe, compassionate care starts with supporting those who provide it. That’s why we invest in your growth and well-being — professionally and personally. When you join our team, you’ll have access to comprehensive benefits designed to support your mind, body, spirit, and community.
Benefits include:
- Health \& Wellness – Competitive medical and dental plans, plus optional vision, legal, and other voluntary benefits.
- Financial Protection – Employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Retirement Savings – Includes employer match and an annual Allina contribution to your 401(k) plan, plus options for supplemental savings and deferred compensation plans.
- Professional Support – Reimbursement for state licensure, DEA registration, and board certification fees.
- Malpractice Coverage – Employer-paid insurance, including tail coverage.
- Student Loan Assistance – Guidance through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer).
- Education \& Development – Generous annual CME allowance and technology stipend.
- Well-Being – Access to the Center for Provider Well-being which is committed to the promotion of professional fulfillment through organization and individual initiatives, research and education.
- Additional Perks – Many positions include relocation assistance, a signing bonus, educational assistance, and immigration support. Contact the recruiter for eligibility \& details.
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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Who's Hiring
- CommonSpirit Health19
- Houston Methodist17
- SSM Health12
- WellSpan Health12
- Medical University of South Carolina11
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- Healthcare & Medical Services313
- Education102
- Non-Profit & Social Services28
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nephrologist jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completion of an ACGME-accredited nephrology fellowship
- ABIM certification or board eligibility in nephrology
- Active and unrestricted medical license in the state of practice
- Experience managing hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and CKD patient panels
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- DEA registration and ability to obtain hospital medical staff privileges
Tips for Your Nephrologist Job Search
Tailor your CV to fellowship training
Lead your CV with your fellowship program, the volume and case mix you managed, and any procedural training such as kidney biopsy or dialysis access. Hiring committees weigh fellowship pedigree heavily, so make those details prominent rather than buried.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists nephrologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings that match your board status
ABIM nephrology board certification or active candidacy is a hard filter at most hospital systems. Read each posting carefully for whether they accept board-eligible candidates, since applying when you don't meet that threshold wastes time on both sides.
Distinguish inpatient from outpatient scope
Nephrology roles split sharply between hospital-based consultative work and outpatient clinic or dialysis-unit coverage. Clarify in your cover letter which model you're seeking, because a mismatch in practice expectations is the most common reason offers fall through late.
Prepare case presentations for academic interviews
Academic medical centers routinely ask candidates to present a complex CKD or transplant case to the division during interviews. Choose a case that shows your diagnostic reasoning on glomerular disease or electrolyte management, not just a straightforward dialysis initiation.
Negotiate call burden before signing
On-call frequency and how overnight calls are shared across the group often matters more than base compensation in nephrology. Ask directly how many nights per month are expected, how frequently weekends rotate, and whether a nocturnist or APP covers first call.
Nephrologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most nephrologists?
The companies hiring the most nephrologists right now include CommonSpirit Health, Houston Methodist, and SSM Health, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Large dialysis networks and integrated health systems consistently account for the bulk of active postings nationwide.
How many nephrologist jobs are remote?
About 3% of nephrologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the primarily hands-on nature of the specialty. Telehealth-focused roles in chronic kidney disease management and second-opinion consultative nephrology make up the majority of the remote share within the field.
How do you become a nephrologist?
You complete medical school, then a three-year internal medicine residency, and then an ACGME-accredited nephrology fellowship that typically runs two years. After fellowship you sit for the ABIM nephrology board examination. Most positions also require obtaining a state medical license and hospital privileges before you can begin seeing patients independently.
Can you get hired as a nephrologist with limited experience?
Many group practices and hospital systems actively recruit candidates who are finishing fellowship or are newly board-eligible, so limited attending experience is not a barrier. Roles at community dialysis centers and regional hospital systems tend to be more open to early-career nephrologists than highly competitive academic divisions. Demonstrating strong procedural training and a solid fellowship reference from a program director carries significant weight.
What does the nephrologist interview process look like?
Most processes begin with a phone or video screen with a division chief or hiring physician, followed by an on-site day that includes meetings with the medical director, a facility tour, and often a case presentation to the nephrology group. Academic positions may add a formal grand-rounds or research talk. Offers typically come within a few weeks of the final on-site visit, though credentialing and privileging extend the start timeline further.
Where can I find and apply to nephrologist jobs?
You can find and apply to nephrologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty focus, practice model preference, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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