Transplant Nephrology Physician Assistant

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The Kidney Transplant PA will be an integral member of the BWH Department of Medicine and a key part of the Transplant Nephrology team. The primary scope of practice is to evaluate, diagnose, and manage kidney transplant recipients in the outpatient setting, in close collaboration with the transplant nephrology attendings. Responsibilities include longitudinal care of post‑transplant patients, management of immunosuppression, monitoring for rejection and complications, and coordination of multidisciplinary care.

Candidates should have a strong interest in transplant medicine and, ideally, prior experience or training in nephrology or solid‑organ transplantation.

The nephrology APP will report to the BWH Medical Director for Kidney/Pancreas Transplantation and work very closely with all BWH transplant nephrology attending physicians to develop the necessary clinical skills in a highly collaborative and supportive environment.

The Kidney Transplant PA will be an integral member of the BWH Department of Medicine and a key part of the Transplant Nephrology team. The primary scope of practice is to evaluate, diagnose, and manage kidney transplant recipients in the outpatient setting, in close collaboration with the transplant nephrology attendings. Responsibilities include longitudinal care of post‑transplant patients, management of immunosuppression, monitoring for rejection and complications, and coordination of multidisciplinary care.

Candidates should have a strong interest in transplant medicine and, ideally, prior experience or training in nephrology or solid‑organ transplantation.

The nephrology PA will report to the BWH Medical Director for Kidney/Pancreas Transplantation. The nephrology APP will work very closely with all BWH transplant nephrology attending physicians to develop the necessary clinical skills in a highly collaborative and supportive environment.

The PA works collaboratively with transplant nephrologists, transplant surgeons, transplant coordinators, pharmacists, nursing staff, and other advanced practice professionals to deliver comprehensive care to patients undergoing kidney transplant evaluation and post‑transplant follow-up. Responsibilities include three full days of outpatient clinic focused on pre‑ and post‑transplant care, as well as one and a half days dedicated to administrative responsibilities
, care coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The PA plays a central role in coordinating care across the transplant continuum, addressing the medical, psychological, and social needs of patients and their families in the outpatient setting. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are essential, as the role involves patient education, multidisciplinary coordination, and communication with referring providers. The APP is expected to maintain current knowledge in transplant nephrology through ongoing review of the literature and continued professional development, and to practice in alignment with the mission, vision, and core values of Brigham and Women’s Hospital as a collaborative member of the Nephrology Division and the broader APP community.

As a member of the BWH Nephrology Division, the PA will be responsible for the following duties:

• Provide outpatient clinical care during 3 full days clinic sessions per week in the kidney transplant clinics.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients with CKD and ESRD referred for kidney transplant evaluation, including medical history review, physical examination, diagnostic data interpretation, and…