Nephrology Physician Assistant

Our physician-owned multi-specialty group (85+ providers across 9 specialties, 23+ locations) is recruiting a Nephrology NP or PA for Glendale & Phoenix, AZ.

Scope of practice will include:

• Comprehensive Patient Evaluations: Conduct detailed clinical histories and targeted physical exams for new and returning outpatient nephrology patients.
• Chronic Disease Supervision: Formulate, implement, and adjust evidence-based management plans for patients across all stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD Stages 1-5).
• Hypertension Management: Diagnose and treat primary and secondary hypertension, including multi-drug regimens for resistant hypertension.
• Electrolyte & Metabolic Management: Interpret laboratory studies to manage metabolic acidosis, hyperkalemia, hyperphosphatemia, renal osteodystrophy, and anemia of CKD (prescribing ESAs and iron therapies as appropriate).
• Medication Management: Review and adjust medication dosages based on renal function (eGFR / CrCl); reconcile complex drug regimens to minimize nephrotoxicity.
• Modal Education: Educate late-stage CKD patients and families on modalities of renal replacement therapy (In-Center Hemodialysis, Home Hemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis, and Kidney Transplantation).
• Access Planning: Identify candidate access needs early and refer patients for timely creation of vascular access (AV fistula/graft) or peritoneal dialysis catheter placement.

Schedule/Compensation/Benefits:

• Flexible full-time schedule (4-5 days/week) offering great work-life balance with no evenings or weekends required, and no call.
• Offering competitive guaranteed base salary plus wRVU bonus, and complete benefits.
• Complete benefits including healthcare paid at 100%, 401K Plan, PTO, malpractice insurance etc.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of nephrology experience required, and must be able to work independently, no new grads considered
• Must love building relationships with patients, value bedside manner, and possess excellent clinical skills
• Must comply with HIPAA rules and regulations
• State licensure and board certification is required

Our practice is a proud member of Privia Medical Group, a national physician organization with more than 5,500+ providers with over 1,500+ locations in multiple states. Through high-performance physician groups, accountable care organizations, and population health management programs, Privia works in partnership with health plans, health systems and employers to better align reimbursements to quality and outcomes.

Interested in being considered or learning more about the position? Apply here or contact us directly:

Lisa Freda

VP, Provider Recruitment

Privia Medical Group

Email: [email protected]

Call or text: 517.234.0596

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