Board Certified Dermatologist

CC DERMATOLOGY MSO LLC•Salem, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Board Certified Dermatologist provides medical, procedural, and preventive dermatologic care at Clear Choice Dermatology clinics in Oregon. The role diagnoses and treats conditions of the skin, hair, and nails, performs in-office procedures, and provides clinical leadership to the care team, including supervision or collaboration with Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners as required by Oregon law. The position is full-time, with a schedule based on the assigned clinic provider template, Monday through Friday. The work is performed in an outpatient dermatology clinic and may involve coverage at multiple Oregon clinic locations and occasional travel between them. Occasional extended hours may be needed based on patient needs. The Dermatologist conducts examinations and skin cancer screenings; orders and interprets diagnostic tests; develops treatment plans and prescribes therapies; and performs procedures such as biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, ED&C, and intralesional injections. The physician educates patients, ensures timely review and communication of pathology results, maintains accurate EHR records and compliant coding, supports quality measures, and follows applicable clinical and regulatory policies. The role also involves collaboration with other clinicians, participation in peer review and quality improvement, and continuing education to maintain professional qualifications. Candidates must hold an MD or DO, have completed an accredited dermatology residency, maintain active dermatology board certification, and hold or be able to obtain an unrestricted Oregon medical license and Oregon DEA registration before starting. Current BLS certification and eligibility for credentialing with the organization’s contracted insurance plans are also required. Prior dermatology practice experience is preferred, but new residency graduates are welcome.

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
Completion of an accredited dermatology residency.
Active board certification in dermatology through the American Board of Dermatology or the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology.
Active, unrestricted Oregon medical license, or ability to obtain one before the start date.
Active Oregon DEA registration, or ability to obtain it before the start date.
Current BLS certification.
Ability to be credentialed with CCD’s contracted insurance plans.
Strong clinical judgment and knowledge of dermatologic conditions and treatments.
Excellent communication and patient education skills.
Ability to lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including supervising advanced practice providers.
Proficiency with EHR documentation.
Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a dermatology practice is preferred; new residency graduates are welcome to apply.
Experience with EMA / Modernizing Medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

Examine patients’ skin, hair, and nails, including conducting full-body skin cancer screenings.
Diagnose and treat dermatologic conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, infections, and benign, premalignant, and malignant lesions.
Order and interpret biopsies, cultures, laboratory tests, and pathology reports.
Develop individualized treatment plans and prescribe topical, oral, systemic, and biologic therapies.
Perform in-office dermatologic procedures, including shave and punch biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, ED&C, and intralesional injections; refer patients for Mohs surgery when indicated.
Provide cosmetic services when trained and credentialed and when offered at the assigned clinic.
Supervise or collaborate with assigned Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners as required by Oregon law, including chart review and case consultation.
Provide clinical guidance to Medical Assistants and clinic staff and support training on procedures and clinical protocols.
Collaborate with Mohs surgeons, dermatopathologists, and outside specialists, and make referrals as needed.
Participate in provider meetings, peer review, and quality improvement activities.
Educate patients about diagnoses, treatment options, skin care, sun protection, and prevention.
Ensure biopsy and pathology results are reviewed, communicated, and acted on within practice timelines, and that melanoma patients are placed on the appropriate recall schedule.
Document patient encounters accurately and completely in the EHR and close charts within CCD timelines.
Select accurate diagnosis and procedure codes for compliant billing and respond promptly to coding queries.
Support MIPS and quality measures, including biopsy follow-up, melanoma recall, and referral loop closure.
Follow HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, and CCD clinical policies and protocols.
Stay current with advances in dermatology and complete continuing medical education required for licensure and board certification.
Arrive prepared to begin the scheduled clinic template on time and complete and sign documentation within practice-established timelines.
Maintain active Oregon medical licensure, board certification, and DEA registration, and notify HR or Credentialing of any status changes.
Complete required CCD trainings, including HIPAA and OSHA, by assigned due dates.
Represent Clear Choice Dermatology professionally and with integrity and commitment to patient satisfaction.