Physician Assistant

VitalSkin Dermatology

$90K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Illinois Physician Assistant License required
  • Current DEA certificate in good standing
  • Unrestricted state medical/surgery practice license
  • Preferred: At least 2 years in a general dermatology practice

Responsibilities

  • Provide general dermatology services to a growing patient base
  • Perform a variety of medical and surgical services during 24 clinical hours
  • Counsel patients on dermatologic screenings and sun protection
  • Conduct incisional biopsies and skin surgeries
  • Recommend diagnostic tests based on patient evaluations
  • Maintain patient confidentiality while recording health histories
  • Foster relationships with patients and healthcare personnel

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaboration with top dermatologists
  • Use of cutting-edge technology in practice
  • State-of-the-art practice environment
Full Job Description
Physician Assistant - Dermatology

Salary Range: 90,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Provide general dermatology services for a growing patient base.

As part of a highly-trained team, you'll provide general dermatology services for a growing patient base. You'll join a state-of-the-art practice with cutting-edge technology, including EMA Modmed (Modernizing Medicine) - a top ranked, specialty-specific EHR and engagement tool. This is a full-time position requiring at least 24 practice hours per week (3-4 days).

You'll enjoy a competitive salary with benefits, great professional development opportunities, collaboration with some of the most successful dermatologists in the country.

Specific Responsibilities
  • Perform a variety of medical and surgical services over 24 clinical hours, 3 days per week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and one Saturday per month).
  • Counsel patients on topics such as the need for annual dermatologic screenings, sun protection, skin cancer awareness or skin and lymph node self-examinations.
  • Perform incisional biopsies to diagnose melanoma and skin surgeries to improve appearance, make early diagnoses or to control diseases such as skin cancer.
  • Recommend diagnostic tests based on patient history and physical examinations.
  • Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with patients, families and other healthcare personnel, while assuring confidentiality of patient information.
  • Record patient's health history in electronic medical record system.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Illinois Physician Assistant License
  • Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) certificate in good standing.
  • Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a state, territory or commonwealth of the United States.


Preferred Qualifications
  • At least 2 years' experience in a general dermatology practice.

Physical Requirements
  • Prolonged periods of sitting/standing and working at a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15lbs at times.

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