Northport VA Medical Center is seeking a part-time Board Certified Dermatologist to provide direct patient care in both outpatient and inpatient settings, supervise and teach dermatology residents from Stony Brook University, oversee mid-level practitioners, and deliver teledermatology services. The role includes a range of dermatologic procedures and academic activities, with a Wednesday–Friday schedule (8am–4:30pm).
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Academic / VA · VA Medical Center · Both inpatient and outpatient
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11 weeks
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Outpatient and inpatient consults; teledermatology via VA Video Connect and mobile applications
Admin burden
Documentation in CPRS (consultations, progress notes, accurate coding); participation in quality improvement, chart reviews, peer reviews, and accreditation requirements
Northport VA Medical Center is seeking a part-time Board Certified Physician (Dermatologist). This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP),
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Providing direct hands-on patient care in both outpatient and inpatient settings using evidence-based medicine. Assessing patients for acute illnesses. Managing chronic and acute dermatologic diseases, including but not limited to prescribing appropriate medications. Evaluating and treating inpatient and outpatient consults. Supervising and teaching dermatology residents in both the outpatient and inpatient settings. Overseeing mid-level practitioners, such as nurse practitioners, to ensure that the highest quality of dermatologic care is available to veterans. This includes periodic assessment of staff and resident proficiencies. Experience and proficiency in outpatient dermatologic procedures. This involves overseeing resident participation in these procedures, including but not limited to cryosurgery, intralesional injections, skin biopsies, simple excisions and closures, and electrodessication and curettage. Additionally, experience with and interest in performing light treatments, including narrow-band UVB, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, botulinum toxin injections for hyperhidrosis, and chemical peels, are desirable. Participating in academic activities, including supervision of dermatology residents from Stony Brook University and teaching medical students. Providing teledermatology services primarily via VA Video Connect, as well as other mobile applications, as deemed necessary. Exceptional ability to work collaboratively with others both within the Division of Dermatology as well as other members of the Northport VAMC community. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Providing appropriate patient and family member teaching and education. Utilizing the Computer Patient Records System (CPRS) for entering and signing consultations, progress notes, and medical orders. Completing consultations, progress notes and accurate coding of encounters in a timely fashion. Ensuring accurate documentation of medical assessments and observations. Maintaining familiarity and compliance with hospital infection prevention policies and procedures. Following up with patients and communicating test results to them in a timely fashion. Providing clinical guidance over the phone and by Secure Messaging as needed. Participation in accreditation requirements, quality improvement programs, chart reviews and peer reviews. Consultation with other specialists when their expertise is needed for diagnoses, treatments or procedures. The provider should inform patients of the required consult. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: Pro-rated-Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8 am- 4:30 pm
U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
Your application, resume, C.V., and/or other supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. Veterans' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.
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