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How much do remote pediatric nephrology jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote pediatric nephrology in the United States is $36.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $40.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some unique challenges faced by remote pediatric nephrologists, and how can they effectively collaborate with onsite healthcare teams?

Remote pediatric nephrologists often face challenges such as limited direct patient interaction, reliance on telemedicine technologies, and coordinating care across different locations. To overcome these, it’s essential to establish clear communication channels with onsite healthcare providers, participate in regular virtual case conferences, and utilize electronic health records for seamless information sharing. Building strong relationships with local teams ensures that patient care remains coordinated and that any urgent concerns are addressed promptly.

What is the difference between Remote Pediatric Nephrology vs Remote Pediatric Cardiology?

AspectRemote Pediatric NephrologyRemote Pediatric Cardiology
Required CredentialsMedical degree, Pediatric Nephrology fellowship, Board certificationMedical degree, Pediatric Cardiology fellowship, Board certification
Work EnvironmentTelehealth consultations, hospital or clinic collaborationTelehealth services, hospital or outpatient clinics
Industry UsageSpecialized kidney care for childrenHeart-related pediatric care and diagnostics

Both roles involve providing specialized pediatric care via telehealth, requiring similar medical credentials and working in healthcare settings. The main difference lies in their focus: Remote Pediatric Nephrology centers on kidney health, while Remote Pediatric Cardiology specializes in heart conditions. Patients and healthcare providers often search for these roles to find specialized remote pediatric care in their respective fields.

What is a Remote Pediatric Nephrologist?

A Remote Pediatric Nephrologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating kidney-related conditions in children and adolescents, but provides consultations and care primarily through telemedicine rather than in-person visits. These specialists use digital tools to assess symptoms, review lab results, and advise on treatment plans for young patients with kidney diseases, such as nephrotic syndrome, kidney failure, or congenital kidney disorders. Remote care can increase access to pediatric nephrology expertise, especially for families living in areas without nearby specialists. While some procedures and tests still require in-person visits, many aspects of care can be managed virtually.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Pediatric Nephrologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Pediatric Nephrologist, you need board certification in pediatric nephrology, strong clinical diagnostic skills, and expertise in managing kidney disorders in children. Familiarity with telemedicine platforms, electronic health records (EHRs), and remote patient monitoring tools is crucial in this setting. Excellent communication, empathy, and adaptability are essential for building trust with patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams remotely. These skills and qualities ensure effective, high-quality care delivery to pediatric patients regardless of location, supporting their health and well-being.
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Infographic showing various Remote Pediatric Nephrology job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,348 per year, or $36.7 per hour.
Medical Director - Pediatric Nephrology - Evicore - Remote

Medical Director - Pediatric Nephrology - Evicore - Remote

Cigna

Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago


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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 236 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Do you crave an intellectually stimulating role that lets you apply your clinical expertise while continuing to grow and make an impact? As a Medical Director at EviCore, part of Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, you'll leverage your background in Pediatric Nephrology to deliver evidence-based medical reviews that support high-quality patient care. Collaborate with healthcare providers and stay current on healthcare regulations and industry developments as you review a wide range of cases. This role offers you the opportunity to build new skills while enhancing the health and vitality of others. We're seeking a detail-oriented individual with good communication, technology, and typing skills, as well as strong clinical judgment. Drive growth in your career with our innovative team.
How you'll make a difference:
  • You'll start training remotely in a structured environment with support from trainers, mentors, and leadership to set you up for success.
  • Complete time-sensitive, specialized evidence-based medical case reviews for medical necessity on EviCore's case management software.
  • Conduct physician consultation (peer-to-peer) calls with referring providers to discuss evidence-based medical necessity and appropriateness of the requested service or treatment.
  • Leverage your clinical expertise to recommend alternative services or treatments as necessary.
  • Work collaboratively with over 500 EviCore physician colleagues to help ensure patients receive proper care via evidence-based decision making.

What you'll enjoy about working here:
  • Benefits start on day one
  • Predictable work schedules
  • 100% work from home
  • 8 Paid Holidays + 23 PTO Days
  • 401(K) with company match
  • Reimbursement for continuing medical education
  • Career growth opportunities across the enterprise
  • Networking with peers across multiple medical specialties

Requirements:
  • M.D. or D.O. with a current, active U.S. medical license and board certification (ABMS or AOA) in Pediatric Nephrology.
  • Eligible to acquire additional state licensure as required
  • 3 or more years of relevant clinical experience post residency/fellowship
  • Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, Utilization Review Accreditation Commission and National Committee for Quality Assurance standards is a plus
  • Ability to commit to a set, weekly work schedule (Monday through Friday)
  • Strong computer skills: ability to work autonomously with automated processes, computer applications, and systems
  • Meet physical demands of the role including, but not limited to, typing, speaking, and listening 100% of time
  • In accordance with our HITECH Security Accreditation, company provided encrypted-workstation is required to be hard-wire connected to a modem or router. Wireless connection is not permitted.

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 207,800 - 346,300 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
At The Cigna Group, you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you'll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here.
About Evernorth Health Services
Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please email seeyourself@thecignagroup.com for assistance. Please note that this email inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests only and cannot provide application updates or accept resumes.
The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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