St. Joseph’s Health is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and collaborative Dermatologist to join our growing physician team. This opportunity is ideal for a physician committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered dermatologic care while working within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
The Dermatologist will provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of a broad range of dermatologic conditions. The physician will collaborate with specialists across St. Joseph’s Health to ensure coordinated care for patients with both routine and complex skin conditions.
Position Highlights Annual Base
$366,780 Provide comprehensive medical and procedural dermatology services Diagnose and manage routine and complex dermatologic conditions Perform skin biopsies, excisions, and other dermatologic procedures Evaluate and treat skin cancers and other dermatologic diseases Provide inpatient dermatology consultations as needed Collaborate with Oncology, Rheumatology, Surgery, Pathology, and other specialties Participate in quality improvement, community education, and hospital initiatives Opportunity to provide cosmetic and non-invasive dermatologic treatments, as appropriate Practice within a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare system Responsibilities The Dermatologist will provide appropriate care within the scope of the physician’s license and privileges, including but not limited to: Maintain established standards of care in the delivery of dermatologic services.
Obtain comprehensive patient histories and document findings in a complete and systematic manner. Perform appropriate physical examinations and assessments to diagnose routine and complex dermatologic conditions. Order, perform, and interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory testing.
Evaluate and manage complex skin diseases and perform skin biopsies and other diagnostic procedures as clinically indicated. Prescribe appropriate medical therapies, including topical and systemic treatments. Educate patients regarding skincare, sun protection, disease prevention, treatment plans, and ongoing skin health.
Recognize dermatologic manifestations that may indicate underlying systemic or internal disease and coordinate appropriate specialty care. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including oncologists, rheumatologists, surgeons, pathologists, and other specialists, in the management of complex conditions. Perform dermatologic procedures and surgeries, including lesion and mole removal, excisions of skin cancers, and other procedures within the physician’s scope of practice and clinical privileges.
Provide light-based therapies and cosmetic or non-invasive dermatologic treatments, including injectables such as botulinum toxin and dermal fillers, as appropriate. Provide dermatologic consultations for hospitalized patients, including patients in intensive care, oncology, and other inpatient units, as needed. Conduct appropriate patient follow-up to ensure continuity and quality of care.
Participate in quality improvement, quality assurance, patient safety, and other clinical initiatives. Participate in night and weekend coverage as scheduled and in proportion to FTE status. Support the growth of the practice through physician-to-physician outreach, community education, community service, and other appropriate initiatives.
Maintain and promote established standards for health promotion, disease prevention, and health maintenance. Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulatory requirements, including DNV standards. Provide timely, professional, and compassionate communication with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
Provide compassionate and ethical care to all patients, including clinic and underserved patient populations. Participate with managed care plans accepted by St. Joseph’s Health, as applicable.
Complete and sign clinical documentation within established organizational timeframes. Utilize and support St. Joseph’s Health electronic health records and other automated systems as required.
Participate in community education, scientific programs, hospital committees, and other organizational initiatives as assigned by department or hospital leadership. Qualifications MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school Completion of an accredited Dermatology residency program Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted New Jersey medical license Eligible for medical staff appointment and clinical privileges at St.
Joseph’s Health Strong clinical, diagnostic, procedural, and interpersonal skills Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate, patient-centered care Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
Full time · Varies