Dermatology Physician

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Job description

Dermatology Opening in Kansas City, MO - Full-time, permanent position - BC/BE requiredAbout the role:As a Dermatologist for the Facility's dermatology department, you will be part of a team of caregivers to provide care for the members of our community that need it the most. The Dermatologist will diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases or other conditions of the skin through a combination of research, education and experience. The Dermatologist provides each patient with outstanding dermatological care, with the goal of improving access to dermatology services in our underserved community. If you have a passion for helping people improve their health, this is the role for you! - Diagnoses and treats pigmented lesions such as commonly acquired nevi, congenital nevi, dysplastic nevi, Spitz nevi, blue nevi, melanoma and skin conditions such as acne, dandruff, athletes foot, moles, psoriasis, and skin cancer. - Counsels patients on preventive care topics such as the need for annual dermatologic screenings, sun protection, skin cancer awareness, or skin and lymph node self-examinations. - Performs incisional biopsies to diagnose melanoma and skin surgeries to improve appearance, make early diagnoses, or to control diseases such as skin cancer - Prescribes hormonal agents or topical treatments such as contraceptives, spironolactone, anti androgens, oral corticosteroids, retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and antibiotics. - Provides therapies - such as intralesional steroids, chemical peels, and comodo removal to treat age spots, sun damage, rough skin, discolored skin, or oily skin. - Recommends diagnostic tests based on patients histories and physical examination findings. - Evaluates patients to determine eligibility for cosmetic procedures such as liposuction, laser resurfacing, and microdermabrasion, and performs procedures as required. - Reviews current literature, collaborates with colleagues, and participates in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in dermatology.Benefits: - Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and vision - 401(k) retirement plan with company match - Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term Disability - Flexible Spending Account - Paid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of employment - Eight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day - Up to $3000 for continuing education expenses

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