Nephrology Physician

Nephrology Physician

Wichita, KS

(Locum Tenens)

Position Overview:

We have an immediate need for a full time locum Nephrology Physician to provide Anesthesiology services for our veteran population at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, KS. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in veterans lives while experiencing the unique beauty of America s Heartland.

Scope of Care: Physician shall be responsible for providing Nephrology care, including, but not limited to:

Medical Care: Physician shall provide clinical Nephrology services. Physician shall be present on time for any scheduled clinics as documented by physical presence in the clinic at the scheduled start time.

o Physician shall provide comprehensive clinical Nephrology services including, but not limited to, evaluation and management of acute kidney injury (AKI), chronic kidney disease, end stage kidney disease (ESKD), fluid and electrolyte disorders, and hypertension; medical evaluation and management of nephrolithiasis; medical management of kidney transplant patients; and evaluation and management of extracorporeal treatment for poisonings and intoxications. Management of AKI and ESKD includes prescription and medical oversight of the performance of kidney replacement therapy, including hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, prolonged intermittent kidney replacement therapy and/or continuous kidney replacement therapy, including management of vascular access and procedural complications. Additional procedural services may include placement of central and femoral venous dialysis catheters and percutaneous kidney biopsy, unless otherwise provided by or separately contracted for by VA facility.

o Physician shall provide consultative services at the patient s bedside if the patient is not ambulatory and in the clinic setting if the patient is able to report to the outpatient clinic. Procedures shall be scheduled for completion within 30 days of the date of the consult.

Medications: Physician shall follow all established medication policies and procedures. No sample medications shall be provided to patients.

Discharge education: Physician shall provide discharge education and follow up instructions that are coordinated with the next care setting for all Nephrology clinical patients.

Must have completed a residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Nephroogy. Must also be Board Certified/Board Eligible physician in Nephrology.

Credentialling and onboarding takes approximately 4-6 weeks.

Hours & Schedule:

Nephrology Clinic services will be provided from one day a week on Thursdays from 1pm to 5pm and on call coverage as needed.

Items Required for Submission:

Current CV without any gaps over 30 days since completion of medical school- written explanations are accepted

One active, unrestricted Medical License in any state

Current DEA

BLS- American Heart Association (AHA) required

3 Current References

Letter of Intent

Contact

Valentina Perez

Sygnetics Healthcare

Sygnetics is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in placing healthcare providers into various specialties positions with recognized Federal healthcare facilities across the United States.