Pediatrics Nephrologist in Oakland

TPMG is seeking a full-time BE/BC Pediatrics Nephrologist to join our team in Oakland, CA.  

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. (TPMG - Kaiser Permanente Northern California) is one of the largest multispecialty medical groups in the nation with over 9,500 physicians, 22 medical centers, numerous clinics throughout Northern and Central California, and a 75-year tradition of providing quality medical care. We partner exclusively with Kaiser Permanente Health Plan (KPHP) to provide comprehensive care to a diverse population of 4 million members in a fully integrated health care setting.

We are currently seeking a 3^rd BE/BC Pediatric Nephrologist to join our pediatric specialty department in Oakland, California. The position is full-time, and the physician will be joining a team of 2 pediatric nephrologists locally at Kaiser Oakland and 2 additional pediatric nephrologists regionally as well as other pediatric subspecialists, case managers, social workers, dieticians, child life specialist, and support staff. Responsibilities for the position will include providing clinical care in both the outpatient and inpatient settings for the pediatric members of Kaiser Permanente Health Plan, and supporting and collaborating with pediatricians, adult and family medicine physicians, other pediatric subspecialists, Urgent Care and Emergency Department Physicians, Pediatric Hospitalists, Pediatric Intensivists, and Neonatologists to provide care for the pediatric members. In addition, the physician will help expand our inpatient hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis program and help build a CRRT program in collaboration with our PICU team. There are also many opportunities to teach and support medical students rotating through Kaiser Oakland and pediatric residents in our Pediatric Residency Training Program at Kaiser Oakland.

Requirements:

• Board Certification or Eligibility
• Must be eligible to obtain a CA medical license or be currently licensed to practice within CA                                             

A FEW REASONS TO CONSIDER A PRACTICE WITH TPMG:

• Work-life balance focused practice, including flexible schedules and unmatched practice support.
• We can focus on providing excellent patient care without managing overhead and billing. No RVUs!
• We demonstrate our commitment to a culture of equity, inclusion, and diversity by hiring physicians who reflect and celebrate the diversity of people and cultures. We practice in an environment with patients at the center and deliver culturally responsive and compassionate care to our member populations.
• Multi-specialty collaboration with a mission-driven integrated health care delivery model.
• An outstanding electronic medical record system that allows flexibility in patient management.
• We have a very rich and comprehensive Physician Health & Wellness Program.
• We are Physician-led and develop our own leaders.
• Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, mentorship, physician leadership, and community service.

EXTRAORDINARY BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive vision, medical, and dental
• Interest Free Home Loan Program up to $250,000 (approval required)
• Relocation Assistance up to $10,000 (approval required)
• PSLF Eligible Employer
• Malpractice and Tail Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Optional Long-Term Care Insurance
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and education leave
• Shareholder track
• Three retirement plans, including a pension plan and 401(k)

Full-time annual salary range is $288,000 to $299,040. Reduced schedules with pro-rated compensation may be available. *Some incentive opportunities are estimates based on potential premium pay.

For more information and to apply, please visit: northerncalifornia.permanente.org

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The East Bay area, home of the flagship Oakland Medical Center and Richmond Medical Center, comprises 12 cities and municipalities within the Alameda County and the western section of Contra Costa County. From Kaiser Permanente’s inception in 1945, the nonprofit organization has led with innovation, beginning with its prepaid health care services offered to Richmond shipyard workers during World War II. Today, the Richmond and Oakland Medical Centers are home to about 700 physicians and 5,600 employees who serve over a quarter of a million members yearly. Kaiser Permanente strives to maintain a diverse workforce to reflect the needs of the community and is a leader in social responsibility with programs designed to keep you healthy and remain healthy. We take pride in offering the type of care we want for ourselves and our family members. May you live well, be well, and thrive!