Dermatologist

Connectly Recruiting; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Malpractice tail coverage

Competitive retirement plan

Job summary

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

You will design workflows, oversee clinical setup, deliver skin cancer care, and build a premier practice with strong system support. This role offers autonomy and a pathway to establish standards of care.

Competitive compensation includes a $100,000 sign-on, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and full malpractice tail coverage.

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 CSR license

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational setup, clinical workflow design, and strategic rollout of a brand-new Dermatology and Mohs Surgery service line
• Provide outpatient evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical management for skin cancers and complex dermatological conditions
• Perform Mohs micrographic surgeries and reconstructive procedures once operational
• Establish clinical protocols and guide purchase of equipment and clinic layout design
• Establish a strong referral network with regional physicians
• Foster a patient-centered care environment with high clinical quality and safety standards

Skills

Mohs Surgery

Clinical leadership

Outpatient care

Education

MD or DO

ACGME Dermatology residency

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology

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.