Physician - Dermatologist

Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for performing a variety of patient care activities in a specialty clinic. Facilitates patient/provider communication and coordination of care. Provides specialized care to patients with diseases of the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes.

Job Functions

• Reviews patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
• Provides specialized care to patients with diseases of the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes.
• Evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with benign and malignant disorders of the integumentary system as well as sexually transmitted diseases.
• Administers prescribed medications/vaccines and treatments in accordance with clinic policies and scope of certification/licensure.
• Evaluates, interprets, and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care.
• Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.
• Works collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
• Practices in a thoughtful manner including consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy and legal responsibilities.
• Performs specialty procedures/tests
• Helps maintain stocked supplies and sterilizes instruments/exam room.
• Assists in arranging referrals/prior authorizations as necessary.
• Charts in electronic format in accordance with licensure and scope.
• Actively participates in multidisciplinary team approach to case management.

Minimum Education/Work Experience

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalency training required
• BE/BC in Dermatology
• Completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) accredited Residency training program in Dermatology
• Active, non-restricted medical license in MN (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain MN DEA certification and National Provider Identifier (NPI)
• Ability to meet criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and hospital privileges, if applicable
• BLS/ACLS required within 180 days of hire
• Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire and
• ACLS/BLS Tier 3 - Multisource required upon hire and
• PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support - Multisource required depending on business unit upon hire
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation - Multisource required depending on business unit upon hire
• Board Certification or Board eligible by the American Board of Dermatology or in Dermatology by the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology upon hire
• Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate upon hire
• Prescription Monitoring Program upon hire
• National Provider Identifier upon hire

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions.
• Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability effectively handle high-stress fast paced environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to serve patients in a friendly and efficient manner
• Knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
• Ability to work autonomously and as a team
• Capable of making independent decision with the use of good critical thinking and problem solving skills

License/Certifications

• Obtain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensure, DEA certification in the State of Minnesota, and meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges

Physical Demands

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