DERMATOLOGIST - Military Veterans

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Dermatologist reports directly to the Medical Director. The Dermatologist is expected to evaluate the patients’ skin health condition and analyze their medical history. The Dermatologist examine patients and determine dermatological treatments (e.g. medication, non-invasive surgeries). The Dermatologist also monitor and report on treatment progress and refer patients to other specialists if needed. This position is 80% clinical and 20% administrative. 

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Requires sitting, bending, stooping, and stretching.  Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment.  Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate forms and reports as needed

ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENTS: 

As an organization, we are committed to providing care as Patient Centered Medical Home.  All employees are required to be aware of the organization’s practice of the NCQA Patient Centered Medical Home and the National Health Disparities’ Improvement Models.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Assessing patients’ skin diseases, conditions, and ailments to determine appropriate treatment

·         Prescribing medication and creating treatment plans, referring patients for surgery where    necessary.

·         Monitoring patient progress

·         Assessing and updating patients’ medical history, including keeping a record of patients’ symptoms

·         Informing and educating patients on available treatments and preventative skincare

·         Referring patients to specialists in other fields

·         Keeping up to date with new medical procedures, topics, and scientific studies by attending      seminars, conferences, and training programs

·         Adhering to infection-control policies and protocols to protect patients and employees

Required Experience/Abilities/Competencies:

·         Excellent attention to detail during consultations with patients and reviewing medical records

·         Effective interpersonal skills within the medical team and also with patients

·         Manual dexterity to examine the skin, apply treatments, and perform minor surgeries

Strong clinical diagnostic skills

·         Commitment to a high standard of care through the promotion and maintenance of skin health

·         Capable of multitasking and working diligently in a fast-paced work environment

Licensure/Certification/Education/Training:

·         Capable of multitasking and working diligently in a fast-paced work environment

·         Previous experience as a dermatologist

·         In-depth knowledge of various dermatological methods

·         A national medical license

·         A degree in Medical Science

·         Residency in Dermatology

·         Post this Dermatology