Physician - Nephrology - Duluth, MN
- Location
- Duluth, MN
- Listed
- 4 days ago
About the role
Building Location: Building F - Duluth Clinic - 3rd Street
Department: 2901070 NEPHROLOGY - EH DC
Education Qualifications
Nephrologist Opportunity - Duluth, Minnesota
Essentia Health is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Nephrologist to join an established, collaborative nephrology team in Duluth, Minnesota. This is an excellent full-scope nephrology opportunity within a large tertiary care system serving a regional population of approximately 460,000.
Pay and benefits
This position offers a competitive compensation package starting at $450,000, with additional earning potential through bonuses, quality incentives, and/or production-based compensation.
Opportunity Highlights
- Join an established team of 5 nephrologists
- 1:6 call schedule with supplemental casual/locum coverage support as needed
- Full-scope nephrology practice, including clinical nephrology, hypertension, dialysis, ICU nephrology, and post-transplant care
- Hospitalists serve as the admitting service; nephrology functions as a consultative service
- Inpatient practice at SMDC Medical Center and St. Mary's Medical Center, a combined 500-bed tertiary care hospital complex
- EPIC EMR used in both clinic and hospital settings
- Strong support team, including RNs, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Nurse Practitioners
- Medical directorship opportunities associated with outpatient dialysis units
- Work within Essentia Health's East Market, which includes nearly 1,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians across all major medical and surgical specialties
Practice Details
The nephrology practice includes a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services, including:
- Clinical nephrology
- Hypertension management
- Post-transplant care
- Acute dialysis services
- ICU nephrology
- Apheresis
- Plasmapheresis
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Home hemodialysis
- CAPD and CCPD
The dialysis population is approximately 300 patients, supported by dialysis units in the Duluth/Twin Ports area and multiple satellite locations throughout the region. Dialysis sites are located in communities including:
- Duluth, MN
- Hermantown, MN
- Virginia, MN
- Grand Rapids, MN
- Hibbing, MN
- Cloquet, MN
- Ashland, WI
- Hayward, WI
Outreach consultative services are provided at 3 Twin Ports clinics and 6 regional clinic locations.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Nephrology
- Eligible for medical licensure in Minnesota and/or Wisconsin
- Current fellows and experienced nephrologists are encouraged to apply
Location: Duluth, Minnesota
Duluth is located on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Superior and offers an exceptional quality of life. The community is known for its historic architecture, excellent school systems, thriving higher education institutions, and outstanding access to outdoor recreation.
Duluth offers year-round activities including hiking, biking, skiing, boating, fishing, and access to extensive parks and trails. The city is approximately 150 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul and serves as a regional hub for northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin.
- Metro population: approximately 125,000
- Regional service area: approximately 460,000
- Essentia Health regional network includes 20 clinics and 7 hospitals
Compensation
Starting compensation is $450,000. Hired candidates may also be eligible for additional compensation through bonuses, quality incentives, and/or production-based compensation.
For more information about this exciting opportunity and the community of Virginia, MN, please contact us. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Liz Huesman, Sr. Physician Recruiter
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
FTE: 1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option
- Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
- Shift Start Time: 8
- Shift End Time: 5
- Weekends: When on Call
- Holidays: Yes
- Call Obligation: Yes
Compensation Range
$1.00 - $1,000,000.00
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health
At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary.
For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.
From Essentia Health's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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