What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Physician - Dermatology position at UNM Medical Group?
UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Staff Physician for the Department of Dermatology at the University Of New Mexico School of Medicine. This opportunity is a Part-Time - (0.8FTE) position located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Summary
Under indirect supervision, provides and manages direct health care for a specified patient population. The University of New Mexico (UNM) School of Medicine Department of Dermatology seeks qualified and enthusiastic individual for a part-time staff physician position as a General Dermatologist. We serve a large, unique, and medically complex population and are a consultative resource for the entire state of New Mexico (population 2.1 million) and the Four Corners region of the Southwest. Responsibilities include General Dermatology, procedures services, defined mutual agreement with Chair.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
- Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
- Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
- Trains and supervises medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
- May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
- Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
- Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
- As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
Medical doctor with 3 to 5 years of directly related experience which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty. State of New Mexico and Federal DEA Certification; Medical Specialty License or Certification; Board Certified or Board Eligible in specified area of medical specialty. Verification of education and licensure (if applicable) will be required if selected for hire.
About UNM Medical Group, Inc.
UNM Medical Group, Inc. (UNMMG) is the practice plan organization for physicians and other medical providers associated with the UNM Health Sciences Center. UNMMG is a New Mexico non-profit corporation and is an equal opportunity employer. UNMMG strives to mitigate health disparities brought about by technology; we aim to reach underrepresented populations, making healthcare more equitable and accessible for all of the people in New Mexico; we have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
UNMMG offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as tuition assistance, paid leave and 403b retirement for benefits eligible employees.
