Dermatologist wanted

This is a full-time on-site role for a Dermatologist located in North Las Vegas, NV. The Dermatologist will be responsible for diagnosing and treating a variety of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, and skin cancer. The Dermatologist will provide comprehensive care to veterans, address patient concerns, and oversee skincare plans and treatments. Additionally, the Dermatologist will collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure holistic patient care and satisfactory outcomes. Adequate time is provided to be able to evaluate and manage each patient in conforming with Abraham Lincoln's commitment to veterans "To care for him who shall have borne the battle".

The VA provides opportunity for teaching residents, rheumatology fellows, medical students, and PA students. The VA has an active research department through which one can perform industry initiated as well as investigator-initiated research; opportunities for mentoring residents, fellows and students in these projects are available.

This a salaried position with a built-in bonus structure wherein the emphasis is on quality of care not number of patients seen per day. In addition to paid time off for federal holidays, there is more than adequate paid vacation, CME, and sick leave.

The VA offers the unique opportunity to have the time to care for those who have sacrificed for the safety of the country through direct patient care, teaching, and research.

Work Schedule :  Full time,, 40 hours weekly, 5 days per week, from 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM (Not eligible for tele-work, in-person only).

Call Coverage :  none

Academic Affiliations :  University of Nevada Las Vegas, School of Medicine.   Serve as a mentor to  UNLV  family practice and internal medicine residents, rheumatology fellows,  medical students; as well as the PA student s from the t Nellis AirForce base program.   The mentorship  includes offering practical instruction and oversight during clinical procedures and evaluations as well as investigator initiated research projects.

Practice Environment Description :  This distinctive role encompasses a blend of clinical practice, procedural expertise, and academic responsibilities within a collaborative and supportive environment. The position provides an exceptional opportunity to engage in a stimulating academic atmosphere while managing a full-time clinical schedule. You will work alongside colleagues to deliver comprehensive dermatologic care, participate in teaching and mentoring, and support the academic objectives of the department. Opportunities to participate in industry-initiated clinical trials, as well as investigator-initiated research. Our dermatology department comprises a dedicated team that includes one full-time physician , and one part-time staff physicians.

Key Responsibilities :   Conduct thorough assessments for acute dermatological conditions, ensuring prompt and appropriate interventions. Administer the admission process for patients presenting with severe or acute dermatological disorders. Provide continuous management of chronic dermatological diseases, including psoriasis, eczema, and skin malignancies. Perform and supervise   surgical and laser (when available) procedures.   Several Chemotechnique patch test sets are available for  in-depth assessment of contact and systemic contact dermatitis   Xtrac, Lumenis Stellar M2 and UltraPulse Alpha lasers have been ordered.

Qualifications :

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• M.D. or D.O. (Schools of Medicine Accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education or Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association). Foreign medical graduates must be verified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).
• Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
• Completed Residency Training. (New Grads are welcomed!)

Reasons to Consider Residing in Las Vegas :

Total Rewards Benefits Package :

Competitive Starting Annual Salary :  The final total amount will be adjusted to reflect a 1.0  Full-Time Equivalency. Additionally, employees may be eligible to receive up to $15,000 in performance-based pay annually. Performance pay will be calculated based on the full-time equivalent salary, rather than being prorated according to the standard work schedule or actual earnings.

Education Debt Reduction Program :  This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

Paid Time Off :  1 hour of annual leave for each 10 hours in a pay status with a max carryover of 240 hours. 1 hour of sick leave for each 20 hours in a pay status (no limit) and 11 paid federal holidays accrue right away.

Liability Protection :  VA providers are protected by the federal government in instances of alleged malpractice or negligence resulting from the performance of their duties in or for the Veterans Health Administration, at no cost. VA providers receive tail protection for the time they practice in VA.

Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB) :  With Federal Employees Health Benefits, choose from a variety of self- or family-preferred providers or health maintenance organizations.

Federal Employees Dental & Vision Insurance Program (FED VIP) :  Under the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, supplemental dental and / or vision benefits are available to you and your family.

Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) :  Plan for whats next with Federal Employees Group Life Insurance, which is group term life insurance covering you and eligible family members.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) :  Allows you to save tax-advantaged money for health care expenses with Health Care or Limited Expense Health Care FSA.

Health Savings Accounts (HAS) :  A High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) provides traditional medical coverage and a triple-tax-advantaged way to help you build savings for future medical expenses while providing you greater flexibility and discretion over how you use your health care benefits.

Retirement :  Your basic annuity is computed based on your length of service and high-3 average salary and becomes vested in the Federal Employee Retirement System, Basic / Defined Benefit pension after only 5 years of creditable civilian service.

Thrift Savings Plan (401K) :  A Federal 401k Equivalent with 5 % agency match. Allowing you to contribute up to $23,500 annual elective deferral to your account. Become vested after only 3 years of creditable civilian service.

Kelly De Boer, VA Physician Recruiter, kelly.deboer@va.gov