Locum Pediatrics - Nephrology Opening - Pennsylvania
Glencoe, Illinois, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Pediatric-Nephrology
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Inpatient Outpatient
Location 19134, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 2/25/25
Details & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Specialty: Pediatrics - Nephrology
  • Requirement: Physician (MD/DO)
  • Location: Pennsylvania
  • Job Setting: Inpatient, Outpatient
  • Coverage Required: 5/26/2025 - Ongoing
  • Schedule: On-site clinical hours and call if needed
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 60-90 days
  • License: An active Pennsylvania state license is required
  • EMR: Epic
  • Must be Board-Certified or Board-Eligible
  • Other Details: The facility which is stroke-certified is looking for a provider to cover on-site clinical hours and beeper call if needed. This position requires 1 to 2 shifts per month, including call coverage and an afternoon clinic from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Providers must manage and treat conditions such as Bartter's Syndrome, Fabry Disease, Fanconi Syndrome, Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome, Hepatorenal Syndrome, and Renal Transplant (preferred). EEG reading at Reading Hospital is a required skill. Required procedures include hemodialysis, while percutaneous renal biopsy, peritoneal dialysis (acute/chronic), and needle biopsy of the kidney are preferred. To ensure reliable service, providers must commit to at least one week per month, with two weeks preferred, and be available for evening and weekend calls from Monday at 7 AM to the following Monday at 7 AM. During the on-call week, providers must see at least five outpatients daily and be available for inpatient rounds and consults. The outpatient clinic operates from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with patient coverage typically split 70% inpatient and 30% outpatient, though this may vary.
  • White-glove licensing and credentialing assistance
  • Rf: 87109

Job Responsibilities

- Provide call coverage and outpatient clinic services (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM) for 1 to 2 shifts per month.
- Manage and treat conditions including Bartter’s Syndrome, Fabry Disease, Fanconi Syndrome, Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome, Hepatorenal Syndrome, and Renal Transplant (preferred).
- Perform inpatient rounds and consultations during on-call weeks.
- Conduct EEG readings at Reading Hospital (required).
- See at least five outpatients daily during the on-call week.

Qualifications

- Must be skilled in EEG reading at Reading Hospital.
- Experience in managing nephrology-related conditions preferred.
- Must commit to at least one week per month, with two weeks preferred.

Working Hours

- 1 to 2 shifts per month, including call coverage.
- On-call week: Monday at 7 AM to the following Monday at 7 AM, with evening and weekend availability required.
- Outpatient clinic hours: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM, with a minimum of five outpatient visits daily.
- Typical patient distribution: 70% inpatient, 30% outpatient (subject to variation).

Skills

- Required: Hemodialysis, EEG reading.
- Preferred: Percutaneous renal biopsy, peritoneal dialysis (acute/chronic), needle biopsy of the kidney.