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Annual Dialysis Conference

Transplant Nephrology Fellowship Academic Year: July 1, 2027 - June 30, 2028 The Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Vanderbilt Health is pleased to announce an available Transplant Nephrology ...

Indiana UniversityHealth

Nephrology

Bloomington, IN · On-site

Adult nephrology and hemodialysis support * Monday-Friday schedule; 8am-5pm * Patient volume: 76/week in office; 210/week inpatient * General Nephrology * Location of practice: Bloomington ...

Goldfish Partners

Nephrology

Aberdeen, SD · On-site

South Dakota Nephrology! Seeking a BC/BE Nephrologist to join a well-established practice! The Practice: * State-of-the-art facility with a multi-specialty healthcare system * Hospital employed ...

Mission Hospital

Nephrology Physician

Englewood, FL · On-site

Nephrology Job Summary: HCA Florida Englewood Hospital is assisting a local private practice to recruit an experienced Nephrologist to join a growing practice in Venice, Florida. Qualified Candidates:

Wynn Hospital

Nephrology - Transplant

Erie, PA · On-site

Details Client Name UPMC Hamot Job Type Permanent Offering Physician Profession Nephrology Specialty Transplant Job ID 15360725 Shift Details Shift Full Time Days Scheduled Hours 40 Job Order Details ...

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Physician Assistant (PA) Nephrology Private Practice

San Jose, CA · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

Prior Nephrology experience is preferred, but NOT required--we are willing to train the right candidate! In this role, you will work alongside experienced nephrologists and multidisciplinary clinical ...

Wisconsin

Interventional Nephrology Fellow

Madison, WI · On-site

$120K/yr

Participate in weekly Nephrology Grand Rounds; present one Grand Rounds session and one fellow' core curriculum lecture * Present one abstract at a national conference and publish one manuscript

The Medicus Firm

Illinois Nephrology - $550K

Peoria, IL · On-site

Nephrology North Illinois Position Highlights: Schedule split: Hospital/clinic and dialysis unit. Interventional Nephrology if desired! Opportunity to mentor/work with residents and provide lectures.

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How much do nephrology jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for nephrology in the United States is $275,955.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $250,000.00 and $338,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is nephrology?

Nephrology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the kidneys. Nephrologists are medical doctors who specialize in managing kidney-related disorders, including chronic kidney disease, kidney stones, hypertension, electrolyte imbalances, and kidney failure. They also oversee treatments like dialysis and kidney transplantation. Nephrology plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health, as kidneys are essential for filtering waste and balancing fluids in the body.

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

To thrive as a Nephrologist, you need in-depth knowledge of renal physiology, internal medicine, and diagnostic skills, typically achieved through medical school, internal medicine residency, and a nephrology fellowship. Familiarity with electronic health records, dialysis equipment, and laboratory diagnostic systems is crucial. Strong communication, problem-solving, and empathy are essential soft skills for managing complex cases and supporting patients with chronic conditions. These skills ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment plans, and compassionate care for individuals with kidney-related diseases.

What are some common challenges faced by nephrologists in managing patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD)?

Nephrologists often encounter challenges such as ensuring patient adherence to complex treatment regimens, coordinating care with other specialists for comorbid conditions, and managing the emotional and psychological impact of CKD on patients. Additionally, keeping up with evolving treatment protocols and advances in dialysis or transplantation can be demanding. Effective communication and multidisciplinary teamwork are essential for providing comprehensive care and achieving optimal patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Nephrology vs Urology?

AspectNephrologyUrology
CredentialsMedical degree, residency in internal medicine, nephrology fellowshipMedical degree, residency in urology
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient centers focusing on kidney healthHospitals, clinics, surgical centers focusing on urinary and reproductive systems
Industry UsageSpecializes in kidney diseases, hypertension, dialysis managementFocuses on urinary tract, reproductive organs, surgeries, and cancers

Nephrologists primarily treat kidney-related conditions and manage dialysis, while urologists perform surgeries and treat urinary and reproductive system issues. Both roles require medical degrees but differ in specialization, work environment, and patient focus.

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Infographic showing various Nephrology job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $275,955 per year, or $132.7 per hour.

Transplant Nephrology Fellow

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Key responsibilities

  • Participate in inpatient transplant nephrology care, including perioperative management, inpatient consults, rejection treatment, and post-transplant complications.

  • Engage in outpatient and scholarly activities such as transplant clinics, donor and recipient evaluations, transplant pathology, and clinical research.

  • Attend and contribute to a structured didactic program with conferences, lectures, and multidisciplinary meetings related to transplant medicine.

Job description

Transplant Nephrology Fellowship

Academic Year: July 1, 2027 - June 30, 2028


The Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Vanderbilt Health is pleased to announce an available Transplant Nephrology Fellowship position for the academic year beginning July 1, 2027 and concluding June 30, 2028.

Our one-year, ACGME-accredited and AST-certified Transplant Nephrology Fellowship provides comprehensive training in kidney and kidney-pancreas transplantation. Fellows gain experience across the full transplant continuum: recipient evaluation, living and deceased donor assessment, perioperative care, inpatient transplant nephrology, outpatient post-transplant management, immunosuppression, transplant complications, rejection, recurrent kidney disease, and quality improvement.

Upon successful completion, fellows meet the training requirements to serve as transplant nephrologists under OPTN/UNOS criteria and graduate from an ACGME-accredited and AST-certified program.

A LEADING TRANSPLANT CENTER

Vanderbilt Health is home to one of the largest and most active transplant centers in the country, performing more than 400 kidney transplants in the past year, including simultaneous pancreas-kidney, heart-kidney, and liver-kidney transplantation. With robust kidney, pancreas, heart, liver, lung, and multi-organ transplant programs, Vanderbilt offers fellows broad exposure to complex transplant medicine in a high-volume academic environment.

FELLOWSHIP STRUCTURE
  • Six months of inpatient transplant nephrology, where the fellow serves as the primary transplant nephrology trainee and participates in perioperative management, inpatient consults, rejection treatment, post-transplant complications, and multidisciplinary care.
  • Six months of outpatient, elective, and scholarly training, including transplant clinic, living donor evaluation, recipient evaluation, transplant pathology, histocompatibility and tissue typing, organ procurement, non-renal solid organ transplantation, pediatric transplant nephrology, quality improvement, and clinical research.
STRUCTURED TRANSPLANT DIDACTIC PROGRAM

Fellows participate in a structured didactic program that includes:

  • Weekly Kidney-Pancreas Transplant Conference
  • Weekly Transplant Complex Case Conference
  • Monthly Renal Transplant Biopsy Conference
  • Biweekly Transplant Infectious Disease Lecture
  • Weekly transplant and nephrology physiology lectures
  • Weekly Research Conference
  • Biweekly Transplant Research Executive Committee
  • Monthly Transplant Teaching Program across solid-organ transplant services
  • Weekly Donor Selection Committee
  • Weekly Recipient Selection Committee
  • Biweekly VAMP Meeting for amyloidosis and paraproteinemia
  • Surgery Transplant Conference
  • Journal clubs and divisional didactics
  • Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement meetings
  • Weekly Fellow-Program Director meeting for teaching, mentoring, and career development

These conferences provide multidisciplinary exposure to transplant surgery, pathology, histocompatibility, pharmacy, infectious disease, hepatology, cardiology, pediatrics, organ procurement, quality, regulatory practice, and transplant administration.

Application process

We welcome applicants on J-1 visas and will consider H-1B visa sponsorship.

Interested candidates should submit:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation

Please send application materials by email to:

  • Saed H. Shawar, MD - Saed.h.shawar@vumc.org
  • Lindsey Schindler - Lindsey.schindler@vumc.org

We look forward to welcoming the next fellow to the Vanderbilt Health Transplant Nephrology Fellowship Program.

Sincerely,

The Vanderbilt Health Transplant Nephrology Fellowship Program

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