Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Nephrology in California

Company: LocumJobsOnline
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: January 17, 2026

Job Description:

Doctor of Medicine | Nephrology Location: California Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Nephrology MD in California! We are seeking a board-certified Nephrologist for a 72-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Feb 16, 2026. This opportunity features a rotating schedule of clinic and inpatient shifts, with typical hours from 8:30am to 5:30pm and potential for extension. The role involves providing comprehensive nephrology care in both outpatient and inpatient settings, supported by dedicated kidney nurses and full hospitalist, IR, and surgical backup. This assignment utilizes the Epic EMR system. Job Details - Location: California - Start Date: Feb 16, 2026 - LOA: 72 days - Provider Type Needed: Nephrologist - Schedule: Alternating clinic (Monday-Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm) and inpatient weeks (Monday-Sunday, 8:30am–5:30pm). Scheduled blocks: 2/16–3/1, 3/16–3/29, 4/20–5/3, 5/18–5/31, 6/29–7/12, 8/3–8/16. Responsibilities and Duties - Provide consultative nephrology care for both outpatient clinic and inpatient settings - Manage a broad spectrum of nephrology cases including CKD, hypertension, glomerular diseases, and more - Oversee an average of 13 clinic patients per day in the outpatient setting - Participate in inpatient call for approximately 15–20 patients, with backup available for higher volumes - Collaborate closely with hospitalists, IR, and surgery teams; hospitalists manage admissions and discharges - Supervise and collaborate with dedicated kidney RN and nursing staff for CKD and dialysis patient management - Conduct monthly rounds on dialysis patients in partnership with contracted dialysis vendors - Utilize Epic EMR for all documentation and patient management Additional Information - Must be board-certified in Nephrology - California medical license required - Comfortable with all outpatient nephrology cases - High likelihood of contract extension Benefits - Strong compensation - Travel-related expenses covered - A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided - Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility. LI-SC1 About Barton Associates The Locum Tenens Experts Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help. The Best Talent in the Industry - Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are. Maximize Patient Access And Revenue - Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation. Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive - Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive. A Proactive Approach - We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges. Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process - From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest! Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided - Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge. Industry Leading Support - When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible. 1687773EXPPLAT

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