Nephrologist

Job Description – Nephrologist (Cardiovascular Hospital Setting)

The Nephrologist is responsible for the comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and management of renal disorders in patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. This role focuses on high-risk nephrology cases, including cardio-renal syndrome, acute kidney injury (AKI) following cardiac surgery, fluid overload in heart failure patients, and renal complications affecting critically ill cardiac ICU patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic renal disorders in cardiovascular and critically ill patients.
  
• Provide specialized care for patients with cardio-renal syndrome, AKI, and post-cardiac surgery renal complications.
  
• Manage renal replacement therapies, including CRRT and hemodialysis, for hemodynamically unstable patients.
  
• Monitor and optimize fluid balance, electrolyte levels, and acid-base status in cardiac ICU patients.
  
• Collaborate with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, intensivists, and multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
  
• Assess and manage renal complications associated with heart failure, cardiogenic shock, and cardiac interventions.
  
• Provide nephrology consultations across cardiac critical care and inpatient departments.
  
• Interpret laboratory investigations, renal diagnostic studies, and imaging findings to guide treatment decisions.
  
• Participate in pre-operative and post-operative management of cardiac surgery patients at risk for renal dysfunction.
  

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• MD Degree with Board Certification or equivalent specialization in Nephrology.
  
• Minimum of 5–7 years of clinical experience in nephrology practice.
  
• Strong exposure to cardiac ICU, cardiovascular hospital, or critical care settings is highly preferred.
  
• Proven experience managing Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), AKI in post-cardiac surgery patients, and fluid overload in heart failure cases.
  
• Strong understanding of hemodynamic instability and renal management in critically ill cardiac patients.
  
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary cardiac care teams.
  
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and patient management skills.
  
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and high-quality healthcare delivery.
  

Benefits

Benefits

This position is based in Libya and offers an attractive expatriate package, including:

• Competitive salary in US Dollars
  
• Free accommodation
  
• Transportation allowance
  
• 30 working days annual leave
  
• Public holidays as per Libyan regulations
  
• Libya residence visa
  
• Annual return airfare
  
• Medical insurance