Nurse Practitioner Fellowship
About The Position
Affiliated Dermatology offers a 12-month Dermatology Fellowship Program in the Valley of the Sun. The program provides hands-on clinical experience and a minimum of 200 didactic hours to develop skills in general and surgical dermatology. Fellows also participate in community outreach and attend free skin cancer screening events throughout the Valley through the Arizona Skin Cancer Foundation. The fellowship is intended for graduates of nurse practitioner or physician assistant programs. Selection is based on prior medical-field experience, clinical skills, and ability to work with a team. Applicants must be eligible for Arizona licensure and a DEA number. The program is designed to prepare fellows for dermatology practice and enhance their competitiveness for dermatology nurse practitioner positions.
Requirements
- Graduate of a nurse practitioner or physician assistant program.
- Eligibility for Arizona licensure.
- Eligibility for a DEA number.
- Clinical skills and ability to interact with a team.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in the medical field.
- Background in urgent care, emergency, or trauma medicine is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a patient caseload based on practice goals and objectives.
- Independently assess, diagnose, treat, and educate patients, consulting with a physician as needed.
- Deliver general dermatology treatments using established medical protocols.
- Evaluate and assist in implementing treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Analyze diagnostic testing and pathology reports to formulate treatment plans under physician supervision.
- Consult with and educate patients on procedures and recommend relevant products and services.
- Independently perform surgical excisions.
- Participate in community outreach and attend free skin cancer screening events throughout the Valley.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
