Nephrology - Physician
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on3rd Avenue North, Downtown Nashville, Nashville, Davidson County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37208, United States
Life at Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
About the Role
Ascension Saint Thomas Kidney Transplant Center is seeking a Transplant Nephrologist to join our team at Ascension Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. This is an employed position within a nonprofit health system, offering a collaborative, physician-led culture and long-term practice stability.
You will join an established team of 4 physicians and 2 Advanced Practice Providers, serving as the admitting, attending, and/or consulting physician for patients requiring hospitalization. Your day-to-day will involve evaluating, diagnosing, and treating acute inpatient and outpatient populations utilizing advanced diagnostic acumen and evidence-based medicine, ensuring seamless transitions from admission to discharge. You will have access to a robust support staff including RN Coordinators, Social Workers, PharmD, and Nutritionists.
About the Facility
Ascension Saint Thomas West Hospital is a 541-bed facility providing adult specialty care to the more than two million residents of Middle Tennessee, Southwestern Kentucky, and Northern Alabama. The program's kidney transplant volume has grown from approximately 100 per year to over 150 in the past 5 years. Ascension Saint Thomas West Kidney Transplant is consistently among the fastest to transplant in the region and nationally. The partnership between transplant physicians and administration facilitates a streamlined approach to shared goals: continued growth, improved quality, and service to the region.
Hiring Process & Application
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an official Ascension domain, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Work location
Work model: On-site
3rd Avenue North, Downtown Nashville, Nashville, Davidson County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37208, United States
Nashville, Tennessee
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleEvaluate, diagnose, and treat acute inpatient and outpatient populations
- check_circleEnsure seamless transitions from admission to discharge for transplant patients
- check_circleServe as admitting, attending, and consulting physician for hospitalized patients
- check_circleCollaborate with RN coordinators, social workers, and nutritionists to manage care
- check_circleParticipate in a call structure rotating every fourth week
Requirements
- verifiedDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree
- verifiedPhysician MD/DO credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners
- verifiedBoard Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
- verifiedSub-specialty certified in Nephrology
- verifiedCompletion of AST Transplant Nephrology Fellowship Training Accreditation Program (TNFTAP) or ACGME accredited transplant nephrology fellowship
- verified5 years minimum experience in transplant nephrology
- verifiedDEA registration
Nice to Have
Previous medical directorship or leadership experience
Benefits & Perks
check_circleCME allowance and dedicated CME dayscheck_circleMalpractice coverage with tailcheck_circleComprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, prescription, and HSA/FSA optionscheck_circleEmployer-matched 403(b) retirement plan with planning and hardship resourcesDisability and life insurance coverage
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Internal Medicine, Nephrology, Transplant Nephrology, Tennessee Board Of Medical Examiners Licensure, Dea Registration, MD, Do, Ast Transplant Nephrology Fellowship Training Accreditation Program, Acgme Accredited Transplant Nephrology Fellowship.
Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
Frequently asked questions about Nephrology - Physician at Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital
What does a Nephrology - Physician at Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital do?expand_more
A Nephrology - Physician at Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital is responsible for the following: Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute inpatient and outpatient populations; Ensure seamless transitions from admission to discharge for transplant patients; Serve as admitting, attending, and consulting physician for hospitalized patients; and Collaborate with RN coordinators, social workers, and nutritionists to manage care.
What are the requirements for this Nephrology - Physician role?expand_more
To qualify for the Nephrology - Physician at Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital position, applicants should have: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree; Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine; Sub-specialty certified in Nephrology; Completion of AST Transplant Nephrology Fellowship Training Accreditation Program (TNFTAP) or ACGME accredited transplant nephrology fellowship; and 5 years minimum experience in transplant nephrology.
Where is the Nephrology - Physician role at Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital located?expand_more
Nephrology - Physician at Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital is based in 3rd Avenue North, Downtown Nashville, Nashville, Davidson County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37208, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital has listed this Nephrology - Physician role as on-site.
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Nephrology - Physician at Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Nephrology - Physician at Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital include Internal Medicine; Nephrology; Transplant Nephrology; Tennessee Board Of Medical Examiners Licensure; Dea Registration; MD; Do; and Ast Transplant Nephrology Fellowship Training Accreditation Program.
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Educational requirements for this role: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
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Nephrology - Physician at Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.