Locum Tenens Nephrologist (Outpatient/Inpatient) — Henderson, NC (Jun 813, 2026)

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We're looking for a board-certified nephrologist to provide locum tenens coverage in Henderson, NC (27536) from June 8–13, 2026. This is call-only coverage (beeper), 1:1 call ratio with a 25-minute response time. The assignment is supplemental coverage; travel, lodging, and malpractice are covered by the agency.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide nephrology coverage for both outpatient and inpatient needs while the primary provider is away.
• Round, accept admissions, and handle phone consults as needed.
• Manage dialysis patients (hemodialysis, CRRT, peritoneal dialysis).
• Care for post-renal transplant patients.
• Perform procedures including renal biopsy, hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis catheter placement.

Patient and clinical volume

• Average daily patient volume: ~8 patients/day
• Admissions: ~4 during the coverage period
• Phone consults: ~7
• Rounding responsibilities: both inpatient and outpatient

Facility and support

• Location: Henderson, NC
• Hospital size: 99 beds
• EMR: Paragon
• Support staff: 3 RNs

Requirements

• Board certification in Nephrology (BC)
• NC medical license
• Fellowship in Nephrology required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Hospital privileges required

Call details

• Call type: Beeper
• Call schedule: TBD
• Call ratio: 1:1
• Expected response time: 25 minutes

If you’re comfortable with a mix of procedural and consultative nephrology work, including dialysis management and transplant care, this brief locum shift in Henderson offers a well-supported, clearly defined assignment.