Our company is looking for a licensed physician responsible for the evaluation and management of patients who primarily have kidney disease in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and the standards of care.

Why work for us? 

• Join a visionary nephrology group!
• Work in a harmonious pod with 4 physicians and a nurse practitioner close to one of the most desirable cities in America: San Diego 
• 1 out of 6 weekend call
• Opportunity to participate in clinical research
• Very competitive salary, generous PTO and generous signing bonus
• Visa sponsorship is available
• Comprehensive medical insurance package and company paid life insurance! 
• Retirement benefits with employer contribution of up to 10% of annual pay!
• Voted Top Workplace of San Diego 2017,2020 and 2021! 

Our Values: Patient-centered I Accountability I Respect I Innovation I Data-Driven

Our Mission: to consistently deliver superior care – Balboa Care – to every patient with kidney disease.

About the Position

Essential responsibilities

• Functions independently to perform comprehensive primary and consultative care for kidney patients assigned to the Nephrologist, in settings which include ambulatory/office, hospital and dialysis clinics.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests appropriate to the patient’s condition
• Prescribes and adjusts appropriate treatments and interventions and monitors their effectiveness
• Collaborates with physicians on the patient’s care by making appropriate referrals
• Facilitates patient and family decision making by providing education and educational tools
• Duties may include medical director and non-direct patient care services
• Works collaboratively with other physicians/advanced practitioners in the pod to care for patients assigned to the pod.
• Embodies BNMG’s values and supports BNMG’s mission, initiatives and corporate goals

Minimum qualifications

• MD or DO with an active state license
• Eligibility for ABIM Certification in Nephrology
• Strong computer skills
• Management and leadership skills
• Eligible for hospital and dialysis clinic privileges
• No restrictions on eligibility to credential with and bill Medicare, Medicaid, other governmental or other commercial insurance for services.

About Balboa United 

Beginning in 1973, Balboa has grown from two physicians to a comprehensive nephrology team of 52 board certified physicians and 8 advanced practitioners. On January 1, 2018, Balboa Nephrology Medical Group (BNMG) launched Balboa United, a full-service medical practice management services organization. From one small office, BNMG now has 24 clinical offices throughout San Diego, Imperial, Orange and Riverside counties. In addition to office and hospital-based patient care, Balboa physicians manage the dialysis treatments of approximately 4,500 patients at 88 dialysis centers and conduct Nephrology based clinical research at 6 centers throughout Imperial and San Diego counties (California Institute of Renal Research). 

*EEO Statement Balboa United is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available person in every job. Our Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion (including religious dress & grooming), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, registered domestic partner status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also prohibit unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. The Company is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Balboa United, including managers and co-workers. If you believe you have been subjected to any form of unlawful discrimination, submit a written complaint to your manager or Human Resources (HR). Your complaint should be specific and should include the names of the individuals involved and the names of any witnesses. If you need assistance with your complaint, or if you prefer to make a complaint in person, contact the Company's Human Resources Department. We will immediately undertake an effective, thorough, and objective investigation and attempt to resolve the situation.