Locum Tenens - Nephrology Physician

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Locum Tenens - Nephrology Physician at Vitaly Health a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Nephrology physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Nephrology position at Vitaly Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Nephrology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $310k, with the typical range spanning $240k to $420k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This position is based in Washington.

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Nephrology, Clinical care, Patient assessment, Inpatient care, Outpatient care, EPIC, BLS. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Nephrology role.

Core responsibilities: The physician will provide nephrology care in both outpatient and inpatient settings, seeing approximately ten to twelve patients per shift. The role includes scheduled clinical hours and on-call responsibilities.

Benefits package: Malpractice Insurance Coverage, Comprehensive Expense Coverage, Flexible Start Date. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.