Mohs Micrographic Surgeon

CC DERMATOLOGY MSO LLC•Salem, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Board Certified Dermatologist & Mohs Surgeon is a board-certified dermatologist with expertise in Mohs micrographic surgery who provides skin cancer surgery and general dermatology care at Clear Choice Dermatology Oregon clinics. The physician performs Mohs surgery and reconstruction, reads and interprets Mohs frozen sections, oversees the quality of the Mohs laboratory, and serves as a clinical leader for the care team, including supervising or collaborating with Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners as required by Oregon law.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution
Completion of an accredited dermatology residency
Board certification in dermatology (American Board of Dermatology or American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology); active board certification required
Active, unrestricted Oregon medical license (MD or DO) issued by the Oregon Medical Board (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
Active DEA registration for Oregon (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
Current BLS certification
Ability to be credentialed with CCD's contracted insurance plans
Substantial, documented experience performing Mohs surgery and reading Mohs frozen sections required if fellowship training has not been completed
Strong clinical judgment and knowledge of dermatologic conditions and treatments, with expertise in skin cancer diagnosis and surgical management
Excellent communication and patient education skills
Ability to lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including supervising advanced practice providers
Proficiency with EHR documentation; EMA / Modernizing Medicine preferred
Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
Arrive prepared to begin the scheduled clinic template on time
Complete and sign all documentation within practice-established timelines
Maintain active Oregon medical licensure, board certification, and DEA registration, and notify HR / Credentialing of any change in status
Complete all required CCD trainings (including HIPAA and OSHA) by assigned due dates
Represent Clear Choice Dermatology with professionalism, integrity, and a genuine commitment to patient satisfaction

Nice To Haves

Completion of an ACMS-recognized Mohs micrographic surgery fellowship, or American Board of Dermatology certification in Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (MDS), preferred
Experience with complex reconstruction preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients referred for skin cancer surgery and determine whether Mohs surgery or another treatment is appropriate, using appropriate use criteria
Perform Mohs micrographic surgery for basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma in situ, and other cutaneous malignancies
Read and interpret Mohs frozen-section slides, map tumor margins, and document each stage
Perform reconstruction after tumor removal, including layered closures, flaps, and grafts, and coordinate referrals to plastic or oculoplastic surgery when needed
Manage post-operative care, wound healing, and surgical complications, and educate patients on wound care
Work with the Mohs Lab Manager and histotechnicians to maintain slide quality, lab safety, and CLIA compliance
Coordinate care for advanced or high-risk skin cancers with dermatopathology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and tumor boards as needed
Conduct thorough examinations of the skin, hair, and nails, including full-body skin cancer screenings
Diagnose and treat a wide range of dermatologic conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, infections, and benign, premalignant, and malignant lesions
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including biopsies, cultures, labs, and pathology reports
Develop individualized treatment plans and prescribe topical, oral, systemic, and biologic therapies
Perform in-office dermatologic procedures, such as shave and punch biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, ED&C, and intralesional injections
Provide cosmetic services as trained and credentialed, if offered at the assigned clinic
Serve as supervising or collaborating physician for 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
Work closely with Mohs surgeons, dermatopathologists, and outside specialists, and refer patients as needed
Participate in provider meetings, peer review, and quality improvement activities
Educate patients on diagnoses, treatment options, skin care, sun protection, and prevention
Ensure biopsy and pathology results are reviewed, communicated to patients, and acted on within practice timelines, and that patients with melanoma are placed on the correct recall schedule
Document all patient encounters accurately and completely in the EHR (EMA / Modernizing Medicine) and close charts within CCD timelines
Select accurate diagnosis and procedure codes to support compliant billing, and respond promptly to coding queries
Support MIPS/quality measures, including biopsy follow-up, melanoma recall, and referral loop closure
Follow HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, and CCD clinical policies and protocols at all times
Stay current with advances in Mohs surgery and dermatology and complete continuing medical education required for licensure and board certification