Physician (Dermatologist)

The Board Certified Dermatologist at Robley Rex VA Medical Center will be responsible for providing comprehensive dermatologic care to our veteran population. This includes diagnosis, treatment, and management of skin conditions, diseases, and cosmetic concerns. The position requires working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care and may include clinical research and teaching responsibilities within the VA healthcare system.

Duties and Responsibilities to include:Patient Care: Perform thorough skin examinations on veteran patients. Diagnose and treat a variety of skin conditions, including but not limited to acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer. Perform dermatologic procedures such as biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, laser treatments, and cosmetic procedures (e.g., Botox, fillers). Provide patient education on skin health, disease prevention, and treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of veterans. Collaboration and Consultation: Collaborate with primary care physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals within the VA system to coordinate veteran care. Provide dermatologic consultations to inpatient units and other outpatient services as needed. Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and quality improvement initiatives. Clinical Research and Education: Engage in clinical research activities aimed at advancing the field of dermatology, with a focus on improving veteran health outcomes. Mentor and provide education to medical students, residents, and other healthcare staff within the VA system. Stay current with advancements in dermatology through continuous education and participation in professional organizations. Administrative Responsibilities: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters in the VA's electronic health record (EHR) system. Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and quality improvement projects. Ensure compliance with all VA regulatory and accreditation requirements. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. 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. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: 0730-1600, or 0800-1630, Monday-Friday

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.