Physician - Nephrology (1099, Part-Time/On-Call)

Overview

QuarterLine (QL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) Company, is seeking a skilled and compassionate On-Call Nephrologist to provide intermittent, remote backup coverage in support of military medical operations at Mike O’Callahan Military Medical Center (MOMMC), Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. This role is designed to supplement the full-time nephrologist when they are unavailable due to TDY, leave, or other absences, helping ensure continuity of care for beneficiaries served by the medical treatment facility.

The primary mode of performance for this role is remote on-call availability. Contract personnel are not required to be on-site at the MOMMC unless specifically requested. The selected physician will provide telephonic or virtual nephrology consultation during scheduled on-call periods and must be prepared to report in person if medically necessary.

Schedule and Coverage:

• Coverage schedules will be provided at least 30 days in advance.
• The on-call group must cover a minimum of two full weekends per month.
• A full weekend is defined as the 48-hour period from Saturday at 0700 through Monday at 0700.
• The projected workload is approximately 182 coverage days per year.

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

• Remote Consultation: During a scheduled on-call period, the designated physician must be available to respond to telephonic or other virtual consultations from MTF staff. These calls typically last 10–15 minutes and are covered by the On-Call rate.
• In-Person Activation: If in-person services are deemed medically necessary, the on-call physician must be able to report to and arrive at the MTF within 60 minutes of being requested to do so.
• Continuity of Care: Once activated for an in-person consultation, the contract physician is responsible for the patient's daily reassessment and reevaluation until care is appropriately concluded. This conclusion is defined as one of the following:
  • The patient is discharged.
  • The case is officially signed off by the contract physician.
  • Care is formally transferred back to the government’s primary nephrologist.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.).  
• Education: Graduation from a medical school in the United States, Canada, or approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education of the American Medical Association (AMA), graduation from a college of osteopathy approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), or graduation from a medical school with evidence of Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification.
• Experience: Must have been employed in the practice of Nephrology or in an accredited training program for 24 of the last 36 month. Must have experience working in inpatient and outpatient in Nephrology to include management of patients undergoing chronic dialysis.
• Internship/Residency/Fellowship: Completion of ABIM recognized internal medicine residency acceptable to the Defense Health Agency, as verified by submission of certificate to MOMMC Credentials Office. Completion of an additional fellowship program in nephrology, which is acceptable to the Defense Health Agency, is mandatory.
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • BLS/ACLS certifications must be through American Heart Association or American Red Cross approved training programs. Members must present proof of current certification(s) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Computer-based training does not constitute fulfilling the training requirements.
• Board Certification: Current board certification or board eligible in Nephrology by the American Board of Internal Medicine or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.
• Licensure: Must have a permanent, full, and unrestricted Medical License to practice medicine in the state of Nevada.

Additional Information

• US Citizen
• Subject to a background/security investigation
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Willingness to comply with DHA vaccination requirements.
• Must pass TB Test
• Contract workers shall maintain good personal hygiene and present a well-groomed and professional appearance IAW the policy at the place of performance.

Company Benefits

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing [email protected], or by dialing 703-575-8400.