Nephrologist

JOB DESCRIPTION – NEPHROLOGIST

Department: Nephrology

Position: Consultant Nephrologist

Reporting To: Medical Superintendent / Head of Department

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage patients with acute and chronic kidney diseases.
• Evaluate and treat Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).
• Manage hypertension, electrolyte disorders, acid-base abnormalities, and fluid imbalance.
• Provide comprehensive care for patients requiring hemodialysis and renal replacement therapy.
• Assess and manage patients with nephrotic syndrome, glomerular diseases, and urinary disorders.
• Evaluate patients for dialysis initiation and monitor dialysis-related complications.
• Manage critically ill patients with renal complications in ICU settings.
• Provide consultation for patients with renal impairment before and after surgical procedures.
• Coordinate with Urology, Cardiology, Neurology, Critical Care, and other departments for multidisciplinary patient care.
• Review laboratory investigations, imaging, and other diagnostic reports and formulate appropriate treatment plans.
• Monitor treatment response and modify treatment plans when required.

Patient Care & Documentation

• Maintain accurate and complete patient medical records.
• Explain diagnosis, treatment options, and prognosis to patients and their attendants.
• Obtain informed consent for procedures and treatments where required.
• Ensure compliance with hospital clinical protocols and patient-safety standards.
• Participate in emergency and on-call services as per hospital requirements.

Administrative & Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical meetings, case discussions, audits, and quality-improvement activities.
• Follow hospital policies, NABH standards, and applicable medical guidelines.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards at all times.
• Guide and support junior doctors and medical staff.
• Participate in academic activities, CME programs, and professional development initiatives.

Qualification

• MBBS
• DM/DNB in Nephrology
• Valid registration with the relevant Medical Council.

Experience

• Experience in a hospital/clinical nephrology setting preferred.
• Experience in dialysis management and critical care nephrology will be an advantage.

Key Skills

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Expertise in renal disease management and dialysis.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong decision-making and patient-management skills.

Location MLA Colony, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana, India 500034

Qualification DNB Nephrology, MBBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery

Department General, Nephrology