Physician - Dermatologist

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Dermatologist to join their team in a rewarding role focused on patient care for veterans. The ideal candidate will possess a Doctor of Medicine degree and be board certified or eligible in Dermatology. This position offers the opportunity to evaluate and manage patients, provide expert treatment for dermatologic conditions, and engage in teaching and research functions. With a commitment to personalized, patient-centered care, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the health and well-being of those who have served our country. Join a dedicated team making a difference in the lives of veterans.

Benefits

Education Debt Reduction Program

Student loan payment reimbursement

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• Must have a medical degree and a current unrestricted license to practice.
• Experience in outpatient dermatology and consultation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients in the Dermatology clinic.
• Provide expertise in treating various dermatologic conditions.
• Support programs in patient care, teaching, and research.

Skills

Dermatological diagnosis and treatment

Interpersonal skills

Patient-centered care

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Education

Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
• Current - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training - approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) - b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) -OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) - which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
• Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs)
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. - not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
• rather - they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
• Additionally - surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Additional Requirement: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology
• Preferred Experience: Must have clinical expertise in outpatient dermatology and consultation - including pre-operative evaluation
• The ideal candidate should have significant experience in dermatological diagnosis and treatment - with a compassionate understanding of the unique healthcare needs of veterans
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing personalized - patient-centered care are essential for this role
• Physical Requirements: Applicants must meet physical standards for the position
• A physical examination prior to placement is required
• This is a designated drug testing position
• After appointment - you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use
• Requires lifting 15-44 pounds
• Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
• Must have depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
• Hearing aid is permitted.

Duties

• The incumbent is responsible for evaluating and managing eligible patients in the Dermatology clinic
• Provides extensive expertise in the treatment of various dermatologic conditions
• Practices safety - environmental and infection control methods
• Responsible for evaluating and advising primary physicians on inpatients hospitalized at the Palo Alto VA for which consults are requested
• This will include evaluation and care for patients in the emergency room - medical and surgical services - and from other inpatient services
• Incumbent provides patient care - teaching and research functions at VAPAHCS
• Responsible for the support of programs in all these critical areas
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining high standards of excellence in all areas and meeting performance goals