What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nephrology Physician position at Altru Health System?
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Location:
Altru Clinic 1300 S. Columbia Rd. Grand Forks, ND 58201
Summary
Nephrologist – Altru Health System
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Position Highlights
Join a collaborative team of Nephrologists and experienced APPs
Balanced practice with both clinic and inpatient responsibilities
Call requirement: 1 week per month, primarily telephone call
Opportunities for regional outreach to support patients in surrounding communities
Strong referral base with steady, consistent patient volume
What We Offer
Supportive, team-focused practice environment
Consistent scheduling and work-life balance
Requirements
Board Eligible/Board Certified in Nephrology
Licensed MD/DO in ND and MN
Contact
Michelle Chavez, Provider Recruiter, michelle.chavez@altru.org
Essential Job Functions
This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
Physical Demands
Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Sedentary ( Carry: Sedentary ( Push/Pull: Sedentary ( Slide/Transfer: Sedentary (
Working Conditions
Infrequent Driver
Reference ID: R1358
Making a Real Difference. For One Another.
To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.
At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.
Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.
Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)
Location:
Altru Clinic 1300 S. Columbia Rd. Grand Forks, ND 58201
Summary
Nephrologist – Altru Health System
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Position Highlights
Join a collaborative team of Nephrologists and experienced APPs
Balanced practice with both clinic and inpatient responsibilities
Call requirement: 1 week per month, primarily telephone call
Opportunities for regional outreach to support patients in surrounding communities
Strong referral base with steady, consistent patient volume
What We Offer
Supportive, team-focused practice environment
Consistent scheduling and work-life balance
Requirements
Board Eligible/Board Certified in Nephrology
Licensed MD/DO in ND and MN
Contact
Michelle Chavez, Provider Recruiter, michelle.chavez@altru.org
Essential Job Functions
- Evaluates, provides diagnosis and treatment of patients of Altru Health System who present with injuries or illnesses. Counsels patients and advises on preventative healthcare measures.
- Exercises Doctor's own judgment in the diagnosis and treatment of patients consistent with Altru’s policies and standards.
- Achieves the Altru Health System Patient Engagement and Quality & Safety goals established on an annual basis. Participates in activities and support department goals as defined by department on an annual basis.
- Maintains accurate and timely documentation ensuring quality patient care and assurance of appropriate reimbursements to Altru Health System.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Doctorate within specified field of medical practice from respective accredited school.
- Must be admissible to sit for either the Canadian or American Board or be certified by the Canadian Board and are members of either the Royal College of Physicians or Royal College of Surgeons, American board certification or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) board certification. Board certification in area of specialty must be obtained within five years of employment
- Be legally licensed to practice medicine in North Dakota and/or Minnesota, depending on the location of the practice to which they are assigned
This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
Physical Demands
- Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
- Stand: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Walk: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
- Crawl: Not Applicable
- Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Rarely (1-4%)
- Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
- See: Continuously (67-100%)
- Hear: Continuously (67-100%)
Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Sedentary ( Carry: Sedentary ( Push/Pull: Sedentary ( Slide/Transfer: Sedentary (
Working Conditions
- Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
- Outdoor: Not Applicable
- Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable
- Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
- Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
- Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
- Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.
Infrequent Driver
Reference ID: R1358
Making a Real Difference. For One Another.
To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.
At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.
Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.
Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)