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Dermatology Physician Assistant
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What they do
A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
$143,965 / year median in Washington
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Pacific Northwest Dermatology is a dermatology practice with 3 locations. It is a 13 provider, two owner practice, with receptionists, medical assistants, billing staff, aestheticians, and a nurse injector who provides cosmetic injections. We are hoping to continue expanding our team with an experienced MD, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner. The position offers a competitive salary, minimal call and the ability to negotiate your work hours. This is an exciting position in a well-established group. This position is a combination of office-based medical, surgical and cosmetic care. There is potential to practice independently within a collegial environment and an excellent opportunity to develop procedural expertise in office based procedures and cosmetics. The ideal candidate will be devoted to delivering excellence in patient care, maintain a positive relationship with patients, have an interest in developing and sustaining a long-term practice in dermatology, and contribute to an enjoyable and professional work environment. They must also be reliable, dependable, flexible and interested in contributing to the maintenance of an environment of clinical excellence. The overall goal of this position is to maintain the mission as follows, "We strive for excellence in patient care and are dedicated to practicing medicine with dignity, compassion, and quality, specifically caring for disease of the skin, hair and nails." Office based patient care, with supervision based on experience and medical complexity Surgical and cosmetic patient care as well depending on experience Performance and supervision of a number of office based procedures Returning patient phone calls, quality oversight, and other administrative duties
Qualifications & Skills:
Experience in a modern, fast-paced medical office Dermatology experience preferred, but not required Excellent written and verbal communication skills Current Washington State license preferred Ability to practice within a fast-paced office environment
Benefits:
Job Type:
Full-time Salary Range:
$115,000 - 250,000+/year, depending on experience (negotiable based on percent of collections 20-25%)
Benefits Include:
Medical, dental and vision benefits, PTO, vacation, 401K w match, potential for bonuses
Requirements:
Experience:
Dermatology:
1 year of employed experience (Required)
Licenses:
PA-C or ARNP, Locations:
Lakewood, Tacoma, Puyallup, WA Job Type:
Full-time, In-person only.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$9,400.00 - $25,000.00 per month
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Experience:
Dermatology:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Current Licensed Physician (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance