Internal medicine | Physician

Locum Tenens Nephrologist / Internal Medicine Physician – Inpatient Nephrology in Duluth, MN

Seeking an experienced Internal Medicine Physician or Nephrologist for a locum tenens physician job in Duluth, Minnesota. Provide inpatient nephrology coverage, dialysis patient management, and nephrology clinic support in a collaborative hospital-based care environment. Enjoy Lake Superior views, excellent dining and entertainment, and convenient access through Duluth International Airport or Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport.

Nephrology Physician Job Details

• Specialty: Internal Medicine – Nephrology
• Practice Setting: Hospital-based inpatient nephrology and nephrology clinic coverage
• Location: Duluth, Minnesota (Minnesota nephrology physician opportunity)
• Start Date: January 1, 2027
• Schedule: Regular coverage from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., followed by scheduled call coverage; Monday through Friday includes 15 hours of call, while Saturday and Sunday include 24-hour call coverage
• Coverage Requirement: Minimum of 7 consecutive shifts; full-time clinic coverage plus approximately 1 week of call coverage per month
• Patient Volume: Approximately 14–18 inpatient rounding patients per shift
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,390–$7,570
• Trauma Level: Level II
• Support: Inpatient dialysis registered nurses, nephrology clinic registered nurse, and medical assistants

Locum Tenens Physician Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of physician experience in internal medicine and nephrology
• Physician license valid for practice in Minnesota
• Board certification or board eligibility in the appropriate specialty
• Current BLS certification
• Demonstrated experience managing inpatient dialysis patients, including hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement therapy, and peritoneal dialysis
• Experience managing patients after renal transplant
• Experience with peritoneal dialysis and catheter placement
• Ability to provide inpatient rounding for a fluctuating census of approximately 14–18 patients

Nephrology Physician Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient nephrology consultation and daily rounding for hospitalized patients
• Manage patients receiving hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement therapy, and peritoneal dialysis
• Oversee dialysis-related treatment plans and coordinate care with the inpatient dialysis team
• Manage post-renal transplant patients and address complex renal conditions
• Provide nephrology clinic coverage and collaborate with nursing and medical assistant staff
• Place and manage appropriate dialysis-related catheters and orders
• Respond to inpatient and after-hours nephrology needs during scheduled call periods
• Communicate effectively with hospital teams, patients, and families to support safe, high-quality care

Apply now for this locum tenens nephrology physician opportunity in Duluth, Minnesota, and join a collaborative healthcare team.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.