Nephrology - Physician

Pediatric Nephrologist at CHOC SpecialistsCHOC Specialists is a private pediatric subspecialty group with 26 pediatric subspecialties. The group practices at Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) which is a premier healthcare system based in Orange County, Calif. CHOC is exclusively committed to the health and well-being of children through clinical expertise, advocacy, outreach and research that brings advanced treatment to pediatric patients.CHOC Specialists is seeking a Board Certified/Eligible Pediatric Nephrologist to join a close-knit 5-physician division. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to provide patient- and family-centered care to a rapidly expanding population with a broad spectrum of renal diseases, including a substantial chronic kidney disease and chronic nephropathy cohort.The ideal candidate brings strong clinical acumen, a commitment to diversity and health equity, and enthusiasm for education, program development, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The call schedule and work environment are well balanced, with excellent support from experienced colleagues and hospital partners.Responsibilities include:Provide inpatient consultation services for medical/surgical units, PICU, NICU, CVICU, and oncology teamsProvide acute inpatient dialysisAttend outpatient clinics, including multidisciplinary nephrology clinics and outreach clinics in Newport Beach, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Corona, and WhittierParticipate in rheumatology/nephrology, tuberous sclerosis, fetal center, and TMA multidisciplinary clinicsContribute to the development of our new pediatric chronic dialysis unit, which is the only pediatric dialysis unit in Orange CountyCollaborate with local transplant centers for pre-transplant coordination and continuityParticipate in CME activities: pathology/nephrology conference, radiology/urology/nephrology conference, fetal center conferences, grand rounds, resident noon conference, and community physician presentationsTeach and mentor medical students and pediatric residentsEngage in clinical research and scholarly activities, with opportunity for academic appointment at UC IrvineParticipate in CHOC Specialist and hospital committees, program development, operations, and quality improvement initiativesCollaborate with Rady Children's San Diego colleagues across the unified RCH enterpriseAs a Pediatric Nephrologist within CHOC Specialists, you will be part of a collaborative, mission-driven pediatric subspecialty group comprising more than 350 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 subspecialties. The team practices at Rady Children's Hospital of Orange County, a premier pediatric healthcare system with a state-of-the-art freestanding children's hospital and multiple satellite clinics.CHOC is home to four Centers of Excellence—Heart, Neuroscience, Orthopedic, and Hyundai Cancer Institute—and is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and the California Awards for Performance Excellence (CAPE) Gold Level Award for its commitment to clinical quality, innovation, and patient safety.Through Rady Children's Health, CHOC Specialists benefit from enhanced academic, clinical, and research partnerships with UC Irvine, UC San Diego, and UCLA, as well as the region's thriving biotech and genomics ecosystem.Location: Orange County is known for its warm climate, exceptional quality of life, world-class entertainment, and easy access to beaches, mountains, and desert landscapes—offering an ideal lifestyle for both families and professionals.Compensation: Salary, benefits, and academic range are competitive and commensurate with experience. Additional bonus and incentive programs are available.Qualifications include:Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical schoolBoard Certified/Eligible in Pediatric NephrologyCompletion of an accredited Pediatric Nephrology FellowshipValid California medical license (or eligibility to obtain one)Strong clinical acumenExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsDedication to compassionate, patient-centered careCommitment to lifelong learning and professional developmentExperience in scholarly work or interest in expanding research involvementNot available for J1 WaiverHow to Apply: Interested candidates may upload their CV directly to our career site.For more information, qualified applicants may contact the Physician Talent Acquisition Team at: View email address on click.appcast.io