Supervising Dermatologist (Nursing Home)

Essen Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Healthcare is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Dermatology Physician (MD/DO) to join our team in New York. The role involves providing comprehensive dermatologic care at skilled nursing and long-term care facilities, including consultations, diagnosis, and procedures such as biopsies.

The ideal candidate will hold an MD or DO from an accredited institution, complete a Dermatology residency, and possess an active New York medical license. Join us in making a meaningful impact on our community's health.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school required.
• Completion of an accredited Dermatology residency needed.
• Active NY State medical license is mandatory.
• DEA registration required.
• Board Certified/Eligible in Dermatology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide dermatology consultations for SNF/LTC residents.
• Diagnose and manage skin conditions, including cancers.
• Perform procedures like biopsies and lesion removal.
• Supervise Nurse Practitioners and clinical staff.
• Ensure compliance with EMR documentation.

Skills

Dermatology procedures

Skin condition management

Regulatory compliant documentation

Supervision of clinical staff

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited Dermatology residency

Active New York State medical license

DEA registration

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology

Job description

Overview

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Dermatology Physician (MD/DO) to provide comprehensive on-site dermatologic care within skilled nursing and long-term care facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide dermatology consultations and evaluations for SNF/LTC residents
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic skin conditions, including skin cancers
• Perform dermatologic procedures within scope, including biopsies and lesion removal
• Supervise and collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and clinical staff
• Ensure regulatory-compliant documentation in EMR systems
• Participate in quality improvement and survey-readiness initiatives

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Dermatology residency
• Active New York State medical license

• DEA registration
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology
• Experience in SNF/LTC preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population. Essen Health Care provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.