Physician - Dermatologist

Community Health Centers of America•Turlock, CA

2d•$350,000 - $450,000•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Centers of America is hiring a Dermatologist for its multi-specialty clinic in the Turlock, California area. The role may also involve work at contracted long-term care facilities. The Dermatologist diagnoses and treats acute, episodic, and chronic skin, hair, and nail conditions; develops treatment plans; and performs medical, surgical, and cosmetic procedures independently or as part of a healthcare team. The organization describes its work environment as collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive, with a focus on excellent clinical care and community health. The position combines clinical care with administrative and team responsibilities. Clinical work includes evaluating patients, diagnosing dermatological conditions, recommending and providing treatment, prescribing medications, ordering or interpreting diagnostic tests, performing procedures, educating patients and families, coordinating referrals, and following up on care. Administrative work includes maintaining timely and accurate electronic medical records, participating in quality initiatives and team meetings, supporting clinical protocols and patient education materials, coordinating or supervising care and support staff, and complying with legal, regulatory, safety, and corporate requirements. The role is in person, with a day-shift schedule Monday through Friday. Providers are not required to work evenings or weekends, though night and weekend call coverage is serviced. Compensation and benefits include competitive salary, a sign-on bonus, health benefits, paid time off, retirement matching, CME allowance, malpractice insurance, professional development assistance, and relocation assistance. Visa sponsorship is also offered.

Requirements

MD or DO from an accredited medical school and completion of a residency program.
Completion of an ABD-accredited Dermatology fellowship.
Board certified or board eligible in Dermatology.
Active medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in California; California MD/DO license is required.
3–5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of dermatology procedures and terminology.
Current BLS/ACLS certification.
Current DEA registration.
In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medical best practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Active listening and active learning skills.
Flexibility to work with people of varied ages, personalities, and backgrounds.
Time management skills to see a high number of patients.
Interpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues.
Critical thinking, social perceptiveness, and complex problem-solving skills.
Respect for patient confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a multi-specialty or FQHC setting.

Responsibilities

Obtain, analyze, and interpret patients’ histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop diagnoses.
Assess and diagnose skin, hair, and nail conditions and determine appropriate treatment.
Recommend diagnostic or therapeutic interventions and prescribe medications.
Detect and respond to adverse drug reactions.
Educate patients and families about available treatments and preventive care.
Order, perform, or interpret dermatology-related diagnostic testing.
Conduct in-office medical, surgical, and cosmetic procedures, including examples such as Mohs surgery, Botox, and laser treatments.
Refer patients to specialists as needed.
Conduct follow-up visits to monitor patients and evaluate health or illness care.
Collaborate with primary care and specialty providers to coordinate continuity of care.
Provide consultative support to clinic providers and affiliated facilities.
Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical team meetings.
Support development of clinical protocols and patient education materials.
Participate in teaching opportunities or case conferences, if applicable.
Supervise or coordinate patient care or support staff activities.
Maintain current knowledge of state practice laws, regulatory processes, and payer systems.
Follow safe and healthy control methods, facility and OSHA safety rules, and the GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol.
Respect cultural and religious practices of minor patients and uphold HIPAA regulations.
Comply with corporate policies and procedures and be punctual and dependable for assigned or confirmed shifts.