OPT Nephrologist Jobs
Nephrologist jobs on OPT are available at academic medical centers, hospital systems, and nephrology group practices across the U.S. Most positions require USMLE completion and residency training, so your OPT timeline typically aligns with fellowship graduation. STEM OPT extension does not apply to MD-track roles, making timely H-1B visa sponsorship planning essential.
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Joslin Diabetes Center is seeking a full-time BC/BE nephrologist of any experience level to join our clinical practice located in Boston, MA. We are seeking an individual committed to the delivery of outstanding nephrology clinical care with a focus on kidney disease in patients living with diabetes as well as interested in contributing to the education and mentorship of trainees in a collaborative academic environment. The Joslin Kidney and Hypertensive section provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient subspecialty services, including inpatient evaluation of acute kidney injury, critical care consultation, continuous renal replacement therapy, acute and chronic hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, nephrolithiasis, hypertension and outpatient management of CKD and kidney transplant recipients.
The individual should work in a collegial fashion with adult diabetes physicians and nurse practitioners and with diabetes educators, including nurses, dietitians, and exercise physiologists; perform academic and scholarly activities; function as a member of the medical staff of the hospital(s) where he/she practices; interact with the Clinic and Center Administrators in a positive and constructive fashion; work collaboratively with the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Nephrology Division with which the Joslin Diabetes Center has a joint clinical venture.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BC/BE nephrologist able to be certified and obtain medical licensure in Massachusetts.
- Time will be allocated between clinic, research, inpatient service, PD and HD dialysis coverage and/or other responsibilities based on need, funding and applicant interest.
QUALIFICATIONS
- M.D. degree from an accredited school
- Residency in internal medicine
- Fellowship in nephrology
- Certification and licensure in Massachusetts
- Board certified in internal medicine
- Board certified in nephrology (or eligible for Board certification with certification expected)
Responsibilities
Treats patients with general kidney disorders
- Evaluates and diagnoses all types of kidney disorders
- Chooses appropriate therapy
- Works in a collaborative manner with other Joslin Diabetes Center/Joslin Clinic healthcare providers to assure high quality management
- Provides ongoing management assistance
Treat patients with diabetic kidney disease
- Evaluates and diagnoses kidney conditions and disorders in addition to diabetic kidney disease
- Chooses appropriate therapy
- Recognizes complications of kidney disorders
- Chooses treatment to avoid and minimize complications
- Provides ongoing management assistance
Treats general medical problems, within the context of a referral practice
- Evaluates general health status
- Diagnoses diseases besides diabetes
- Provides general medical therapy
- Refers patients when additional expertise is needed
- Works in collaboration with primary care physicians
Works in a collegial fashion with other Joslin Clinic health care professionals
- Ensures that patients are seen and evaluated by diabetes health care professionals when appropriate
- Effects management plan in a cooperative manner and shares responsibility with allied health professionals including adult diabetes, mental health, pediatrics, ophthalmology, certified diabetes educator, nutritionists, exercise physiologists and nurse practitioners
Participates in Teaching Activities
- Participates in teaching of fellows, residents and medical students in both in-patient and out-patient settings
- Participates in teaching CME and other educational activities sponsored by the Kidney & Hypertension Section or Joslin Diabetes Center
Actively Performs Academic Research
- Participates or leads Basic or Clinical Research activity
- Participates in academic teaching pursuits or mentorship
- Seeks funding for research activity as needed
- Scholarly activities in clinical or translational research are encouraged
Interacts with the medical staff
- Fulfills obligations specified by hospital and Center Bylaws
- Participates on committees as needed
- Attends and participates actively in conferences
- Performs in a collegial fashion with other Center/Clinic and hospital or community physicians
Interacts with the physicians in training (House staff)
- Satisfies departmental teaching obligations
- Participates in conferences with House staff
- Discusses patients and cases of interest with the House staff
- Communicates about inpatient management
Interacts with the Administrative Staff
- Works effectively with the Section Chief and Chief Medical Officer
- Works constructively with the Center Administrators and other Administrative Personnel
Participates in referral development activities
- Presents lectures and promotes the program to physicians, hospital staff, and potential referral sources
- Participates in Joslin community activities (e.g. lectures, health fairs, radio programs)
COMPENSATION
The base pay range reflects what Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation within this range may be determined based on several factors, including academic appointment, work experience, specialty training, geography of work location, anticipated productivity, FTE basis, and role expectations. In addition to base compensation, this role may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which may include bonuses for productivity and quality. HMFP also offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits program to eligible employees, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement plan(s) with employer contributions.
- Salary Range: USD $150,000.00/Yr. - USD $350,000.00/Yr.
As a health care organization, we have the responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
INTRODUCTION
Joslin Diabetes Center is seeking a full-time BC/BE nephrologist of any experience level to join our clinical practice located in Boston, MA. We are seeking an individual committed to the delivery of outstanding nephrology clinical care with a focus on kidney disease in patients living with diabetes as well as interested in contributing to the education and mentorship of trainees in a collaborative academic environment. The Joslin Kidney and Hypertensive section provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient subspecialty services, including inpatient evaluation of acute kidney injury, critical care consultation, continuous renal replacement therapy, acute and chronic hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, nephrolithiasis, hypertension and outpatient management of CKD and kidney transplant recipients.
The individual should work in a collegial fashion with adult diabetes physicians and nurse practitioners and with diabetes educators, including nurses, dietitians, and exercise physiologists; perform academic and scholarly activities; function as a member of the medical staff of the hospital(s) where he/she practices; interact with the Clinic and Center Administrators in a positive and constructive fashion; work collaboratively with the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Nephrology Division with which the Joslin Diabetes Center has a joint clinical venture.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BC/BE nephrologist able to be certified and obtain medical licensure in Massachusetts.
- Time will be allocated between clinic, research, inpatient service, PD and HD dialysis coverage and/or other responsibilities based on need, funding and applicant interest.
QUALIFICATIONS
- M.D. degree from an accredited school
- Residency in internal medicine
- Fellowship in nephrology
- Certification and licensure in Massachusetts
- Board certified in internal medicine
- Board certified in nephrology (or eligible for Board certification with certification expected)
Responsibilities
Treats patients with general kidney disorders
- Evaluates and diagnoses all types of kidney disorders
- Chooses appropriate therapy
- Works in a collaborative manner with other Joslin Diabetes Center/Joslin Clinic healthcare providers to assure high quality management
- Provides ongoing management assistance
Treat patients with diabetic kidney disease
- Evaluates and diagnoses kidney conditions and disorders in addition to diabetic kidney disease
- Chooses appropriate therapy
- Recognizes complications of kidney disorders
- Chooses treatment to avoid and minimize complications
- Provides ongoing management assistance
Treats general medical problems, within the context of a referral practice
- Evaluates general health status
- Diagnoses diseases besides diabetes
- Provides general medical therapy
- Refers patients when additional expertise is needed
- Works in collaboration with primary care physicians
Works in a collegial fashion with other Joslin Clinic health care professionals
- Ensures that patients are seen and evaluated by diabetes health care professionals when appropriate
- Effects management plan in a cooperative manner and shares responsibility with allied health professionals including adult diabetes, mental health, pediatrics, ophthalmology, certified diabetes educator, nutritionists, exercise physiologists and nurse practitioners
Participates in Teaching Activities
- Participates in teaching of fellows, residents and medical students in both in-patient and out-patient settings
- Participates in teaching CME and other educational activities sponsored by the Kidney & Hypertension Section or Joslin Diabetes Center
Actively Performs Academic Research
- Participates or leads Basic or Clinical Research activity
- Participates in academic teaching pursuits or mentorship
- Seeks funding for research activity as needed
- Scholarly activities in clinical or translational research are encouraged
Interacts with the medical staff
- Fulfills obligations specified by hospital and Center Bylaws
- Participates on committees as needed
- Attends and participates actively in conferences
- Performs in a collegial fashion with other Center/Clinic and hospital or community physicians
Interacts with the physicians in training (House staff)
- Satisfies departmental teaching obligations
- Participates in conferences with House staff
- Discusses patients and cases of interest with the House staff
- Communicates about inpatient management
Interacts with the Administrative Staff
- Works effectively with the Section Chief and Chief Medical Officer
- Works constructively with the Center Administrators and other Administrative Personnel
Participates in referral development activities
- Presents lectures and promotes the program to physicians, hospital staff, and potential referral sources
- Participates in Joslin community activities (e.g. lectures, health fairs, radio programs)
COMPENSATION
The base pay range reflects what Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation within this range may be determined based on several factors, including academic appointment, work experience, specialty training, geography of work location, anticipated productivity, FTE basis, and role expectations. In addition to base compensation, this role may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which may include bonuses for productivity and quality. HMFP also offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits program to eligible employees, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement plan(s) with employer contributions.
- Salary Range: USD $150,000.00/Yr. - USD $350,000.00/Yr.
As a health care organization, we have the responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Nephrologist
Target teaching hospitals and academic centers first
Academic medical centers and university-affiliated hospitals sponsor H-1B visas far more consistently than private practices. They have established immigration counsel and dedicated HR processes, making them the most reliable path from OPT to long-term status.
Align your OPT start date with fellowship completion
Your OPT authorization should begin as close to fellowship graduation as possible. Nephrology fellowships run two to three years, so coordinate with your DSO early to avoid any gap between training completion and authorized work authorization start.
Clarify J-1 waiver requirements before accepting offers
Many nephrology fellowship programs use J-1 visas, which carry a two-year home residency requirement. If you trained on J-1, confirm your waiver pathway before signing employment contracts, as this directly affects your OPT eligibility and H-1B sponsorship timeline.
Confirm the employer files H-1B petitions annually
Not all nephrology practices participate in the H-1B lottery. Before accepting a position, ask directly whether the employer has sponsored H-1B physicians before and whether they will file for the next April registration window on your behalf.
Negotiate immigration support into your contract
Large hospital systems routinely cover attorney fees and filing costs for H-1B sponsorship. Smaller nephrology groups may not, so negotiate this explicitly during the offer stage rather than assuming it is included after you have already accepted the position.
Track your OPT expiration against the H-1B cap-gap period
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your H-1B petition is selected, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization. Understanding this window precisely prevents unnecessary employment gaps during the transition from OPT to H-1B status.
Nephrologist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a nephrologist in the U.S. on OPT?
Yes, but your OPT authorization must be in a field directly related to your degree. For physician-track nephrologists, this means your OPT must follow a qualifying U.S. degree program, typically a research or academic medical degree rather than the MD itself. Most nephrologists on OPT are completing or have completed fellowship and hold positions at academic or hospital-based programs that accommodate OPT authorization.
Does STEM OPT extension apply to nephrology positions?
No. STEM OPT extension applies only to degrees classified under DHS-designated STEM fields, which do not include clinical medicine or nephrology as a specialty. Nephrologists on F-1 OPT have a standard 12-month authorization period unless their qualifying degree is in a STEM-designated program, such as a research-focused biomedical science degree obtained alongside or separate from clinical training.
What visa options come after OPT for nephrologists?
H-1B is the most common path for nephrologists transitioning off OPT. It requires employer sponsorship and is subject to the annual lottery, so your employer must file in April for an October 1 start. J-1 physician waiver programs, including Conrad 30 and federal agency waivers, are another route, particularly for those willing to work in underserved areas for a defined service period.
How do I find nephrologist positions that support OPT and H-1B sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended platform for F-1 OPT students specifically, filtering for employers who sponsor work visas in nephrology and related clinical fields. Academic medical centers and large hospital systems are your strongest targets since they have established sponsorship infrastructure. Searching Migrate Mate by specialty and visa type helps you avoid wasting time on practices that do not sponsor.
Do I need to pass USMLE Steps before starting work on OPT as a nephrologist?
Yes. To practice clinically as a nephrologist in the U.S., you must hold a valid medical license in the state where you work, which requires passing all USMLE Steps and completing accredited residency and fellowship training. OPT authorization alone does not permit you to practice medicine without licensure. Your employment offer will generally be contingent on holding or being eligible for a state medical license.