Physician Assistant

Derick Dermatology (DD) is an internationally recognized and award-winning medical practice. Founded in 2006, our world class providers offer medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology care in state-of-the art facilities. Join the DD Family to protect, improve, and save the lives of patients in our communities. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and an outstanding patient experience.
At DD, our core values underpin our culture and guide our actions:

• Servant's Heart: Find joy in serving others, ensuring our patients receive the best possible care.
• Own It: Take full accountability for the care provided and actively contribute to the betterment of our practice.
• Showtime: Bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and energy to every patient encounter and interaction with colleagues.
• DD Family: Foster a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, working as a cohesive team to achieve our common goal of exceptional patient care.

*Position Purpose*
At DD, Physician Assistants (PA) have a pivotal role in delivering exceptional healthcare services, specializing in medical dermatology. Operating with independence, yet in close collaboration with dermatologists through a well-defined agreement, they perform comprehensive assessments, deliver treatments, perform procedures, guide patients, and prescribe medications.
Role and Responsibilities

• Independently assesses, diagnoses and treats patients under a collaborative agreement with a dermatologist.
• Identifies abnormal conditions through diagnostic tests and laboratory studies and interprets test results.
• Diligently documents patient care services, maintaining meticulous patient and department records.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as required for patient care.
• Develops and executes patient management plans to ensure care continuity, in alignment with the collaborative agreement.
• Upholds a safe and sanitary work environment by adhering to policies and protocols.
• Stays up to date with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements, anticipating and adapting to future legislation as needed.
• Enhances professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, building personal networks, and actively participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to a collaborative team environment by achieving related results, as necessary.
• Provides cosmetic services if desired.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited PA program.
• Current PA-C certification.
• Flexibility in working location is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Collaborative Communication: Proficiently explains complex medical issues to patients and works seamlessly with the healthcare team to provide optimal patient care.
• Compassion: Demonstrates empathy and understanding when interacting with patients and their families.
• Attention to Detail: Highly observant, with a strong focus on evaluating and treating patients with precision.
• Problem-solving Aptitude: Diligently investigates complex medical issues to determine the most appropriate treatment for each patient while considering individual needs and conditions.

Training Program
A comprehensive training program is provided for PAs without prior dermatology experience to ensure they excel in this specialized field.