Dermatologist - Decatur, IL

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide general dermatology services for a growing patient base.

Jeremy Youse, MD, chief medical officer and founding partner of VitalSkin Dermatology, is seeking a dedicated physician who is focused on providing world-class patient care, further developing his or her skills, and collaborating with a successful team of clinical professionals in a fast-paced environment. You’ll join him in growing a new practice in Decatur.

Throughout his career in central Illinois, Dr. Youse has become a clinical expert with a large patient following. He’s also a premier Mohs surgeon, with a fellowship from Mayo Clinic and the renowned American College of Mohs Surgery. He’s completed over 200,000 Mohs cases in his career.

As part of his highly-trained team, you’ll provide general dermatology services for a growing patient base. You’ll join a state-of-the-art practice in Decatur with cutting-edge technology, including Modernizing Medicine – a top ranked, specialty-specific EHR and engagement tool. This is a full-time position requiring at least 32 practice hours per week (four days). No weekend or extended hours will be required.

You’ll enjoy a competitive salary with benefits, great professional development opportunities, collaboration with some of the most successful dermatologists in the country and top earning potential to reach the 90% of MGMA along with a path to partnership.

We pride ourselves with support that allows you to focus on patient care, while enjoying excellent earning potential and career satisfaction. If you’re passionate about providing exceptional care and want to be part of a growing organization, we’d love to talk!

Specific Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology services over 32 clinical hours, four days per week.

• Counsel patients on topics such as the need for annual dermatologic screenings, sun protection, skin cancer awareness or skin and lymph node self-examinations.
• Perform incisional biopsies to diagnose melanoma and skin surgeries to improve appearance, make early diagnoses or to control diseases such as skin cancer.
• Recommend diagnostic tests based on patient history and physical examinations.
• Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with patients, families and other healthcare personnel, while assuring confidentiality of patient information.
• Record patient’s health history in electronic medical record system.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree.

• Completion of medical degree, dermatology residency and board certification.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) certificate in good standing.
• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a state, territory or commonwealth of the United States.
• Communicate effectively, in verbal and written form, with medical partners at various levels, patients, family members, physicians and representatives of the community.
• Sound understanding of all federal and state regulations including HIPAA and OSHA.

• Be positive, open and flexible to learning new skills for various procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in a general dermatology practice.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing and working at a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15lbs at times.