Dermatologist

Sun Recruiting; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 320,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

License fees covered

Malpractice tail coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a Dermatologist with Mohs Surgery expertise to spearhead a brand-new Dermatology & Mohs service line in Mattoon, Illinois.

You will have autonomy to design, develop, and grow a premier dermatology practice with strong system support and regional patient access. The role focuses on general medical dermatology, skin cancer screenings, Mohs micrographic procedures, and building a high-quality patient experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of ACGME-accredited Dermatology residency; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology.
• Fellowship training or proficiency in Mohs Surgery strongly preferred.
• Active, unrestricted Illinois medical license (or eligibility) and DEA/CSR.
• Demonstrated leadership and vision to build a new service line from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational setup, workflow design, and rollout of a new Dermatology and Mohs Surgery service line.
• Provide outpatient evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical management for skin cancers and other dermatologic conditions.
• Perform Mohs surgeries, histopathology interpretation, and reconstructive procedures as capabilities allow.
• Establish clinical protocols, select equipment, and guide clinic layout.
• Develop a referral network with regional physicians and APPs to build patient access.
• Maintain a patient-centered, high-quality, safe care environment.

Skills

Mohs surgery

Clinical leadership

Board certification/eligibility inDerm

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Dermatologist

Location: Mattoon, Illinois

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Outpatient

Schedule: Flexible Monday – Friday Schedule | High Quality-of-Life Practice

An established, physician-led healthcare organization in Central Illinois is seeking a Dermatologist with Mohs Surgery expertise to spearhead and build a brand-new Dermatology & Mohs service line from the ground up.

This unique opportunity provides complete clinical autonomy to design, develop, and grow a premier dermatology practice backed by robust health system support. Serving Mattoon and the surrounding regional community, you will capture significant unmet patient demand for general medical dermatology, skin cancer screenings, surgical excision, and specialized Mohs micrographic procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the operational setup, clinical workflow design, and strategic rollout of a brand-new, comprehensive Dermatology and Mohs Surgery service line
• Provide expert outpatient evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical management for skin cancers (BCC, SCC, melanoma) and complex medical dermatological conditions
• Perform Mohs micrographic surgeries, histopathologic tissue interpretations, and reconstructive procedures upon establishing operational facility capabilities
• Serve as the founding clinical authority in establishing clinical protocols, purchasing state-of-the-art equipment, and guiding clinic layout design
• Establish a strong referral pipeline by collaborating with regional primary care physicians, general surgeons, oncologists, and advanced practice providers
• Foster a patient-centered care environment while maintaining high clinical quality and safety standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited US medical school or international equivalent (MD or DO)
• Successfully completed an ACGME-accredited Dermatology residency; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology
• Fellowship training or documented proficiency in Mohs Surgery is strongly preferred
• Active, unrestricted Illinois medical license (or eligible for state licensure)
• Active DEA registration and Illinois Controlled Substance License (CSR)
• Demonstrated clinical leadership ability, vision, and enthusiasm for establishing a new service line from the ground up

Benefits

• $100,000 sign-on bonus that is completely forgiven over four (4) years of service
• Competitive, standard long-term retention bonus structures
• $6,000 annual CME allowance, dedicated CME days for continuous professional development, and 100% coverage for professional state license fees and renewals
• Up to $15,000 in dedicated relocation assistance
• Fully paid medical malpractice insurance coverage, including complete tail coverage at no cost to you
• High-end health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance policies
• Extremely competitive retirement plan with robust employer-funded contributions

Note on Compensation: The listed compensation range is tentative and represents the initial base benchmark. The final determined amount will be based on candidate qualifications, clinical experience, board certifications, and overall alignment with the department's models. Contact us for more details.