Nephrology Specialist (Dialysis)

Job Summary:

The Specialist Nephrologist is responsible for the diagnosis, management, and treatment of patients with acute and chronic kidney diseases. The role includes oversight of dialysis services (hemodialysis and/or peritoneal dialysis), management of complex renal conditions, and leadership in clinical care, education, and quality improvement in the nephrology unit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert care for patients with chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, and end-stage renal disease (ESRD).

• Supervise and manage outpatient and inpatient dialysis services, including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.

• Develop individualized dialysis prescriptions and monitor dialysis adequacy and patient response.

• Collaborate with dialysis nursing staff, technicians, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.

• Manage pre- and post-kidney transplant patients in collaboration with transplant teams, if applicable.

• Participate in nephrology consultations across hospital departments.

• Lead or participate in quality assurance and infection control programs related to dialysis.

• Educate and mentor junior doctors, nurses, and other allied health professionals in nephrology and dialysis care.

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of clinical notes, orders, and care plans.

• Keep up-to-date with latest nephrology guidelines and contribute to protocol development.