Advanced Practice Provider (NP)- APP Fellowship, Dermatology- MUSC Health Lancaster, SC

APP fellow may be required to attend academic sessions and / or complete presentations / lectures / QI projects as determined by APP Fellowship Program.

The Dermatology APP Fellow will receive 1 year of training in Charleston, SC where they will train in clinic alongside physician learners such as residents and fellows in learning a comprehensive approach to patient care. This includes specialized training in therapeutic procedures such as biopsies, advanced injections and cryotherapy.

APPs who have completed all fellowship requirements, will be transitioned to a full-time position in dermatology in Lancaster, SC.

Two-year post fellowship commitment is required.

Fair Labor Standards Act :

Salaried with a housing stipend for training in Charleston, SC

Hours per week :

40; with additional didactic requirements

Scheduled Shift : M – F

Patient Focus :

Outpatient, minimal inpatient

Patient Age Range : 0 years-death

Preferred Training :

Completion of an accredited NP

Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below

• APRN

FNP

(birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan.

Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

All certifications must be current and complete prior to start :

Basic Life Support

If applicable, DHEC and DEA license applications must be started

prior

to first day.

Job Duties :

Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations

Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline

Performs therapeutic procedures in accordance with procedural privileges, skill and proficiency as approved by the Clinical Division Chief

Skin biopsy

KOH exam

Scabies prep

Cryotherapy

Intralesional injection

Suturing

Topical and injectable local anesthetics

Assisting in Mohs surgery

Debridement

Ultraviolet light therapy

Curettage and electrodessication

Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and / or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician

Documents and bills for direct care provided when appropriate

Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice

Performs and participates in quality / performance improvement activities and clinical research

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Applicants are required to submit a cover letter as part of the application, highlighting how the fellowship aligns with the applicant's career aspirations