What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dermatologist position at Swope Health?
As a Dermatologist for Swope Health, 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!
Primary Responsibilities:
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Conducts thorough skin examinations and records patients’ health histories.
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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, athlete’s foot, moles, psoriasis, and skin cancer.
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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.
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Performs incisional biopsies to diagnose melanoma and skin surgeries to improve appearance, make early diagnoses, or to control diseases such as skin cancer
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Prescribes hormonal agents or topical treatments such as contraceptives, spironolactone, antiandrogens, 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.
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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.
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Reviews current literature, collaborates with colleagues, and participates in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in dermatology.
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Adhering to infection-control policies and protocols to protect patients and employees
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Refers patients to other specialists as needed.
Successful Candidates will have:
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Doctorate Degree in Medicine
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Licensed to Practice Medicine in the states of Kansas and Missouri.
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Demonstrated professional competence and ethical conduct of practice.
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Board certification or residency training required and experience desired
About Swope Health Services:
Each year, Swope Health serves over 45,000 patients, encompassing more than 200,000 visits in four counties on both sides of the state line. Our team members are proud of the work we do and the promise we've made – delivering coordinated care that values the needs of the whole person and championing better health in our community.
Swope Health is a special place that cares for the people who need it most, wherever they are in the community. As part of our promise to battle health inequities and provide high-quality, comprehensive care, we make care visible. That means we proudly deliver our promise through every action, every day.
Swope Health Services supports its team members with:
- 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 20 days annually, effective the first day of employment
- Nine annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day
- Up to $3000 for continuing education expenses
Swope Health is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
