Dermatologist - Roosevelt and Tremont

Job Description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Dermatologist

We are excited to announce an opening for a Dermatologist within our organization, serving at NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health. For over 45 years, we have been dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to our community. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we pride ourselves on delivering coordinated, high-quality primary and specialty care with dignity and respect for every individual in New York.

Our mission is to ensure that all New Yorkers have access to comprehensive health services of the highest quality, regardless of their ability to pay. We uphold values rooted in social and racial equity, guided by our ICARE standards for all staff members.

As the largest municipal healthcare system in the United States, we are committed to offering compassionate care to all, irrespective of immigration status or financial circumstances.

Position Locations

• NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, Roosevelt - 34th Street, Jackson Heights, Queens, NY 11372
• NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, Tremont - 1920 Webster Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough skin examinations and document patients' medical histories.
• Diagnose and treat various dermatological conditions, including pigmented lesions (e.g., nevi and melanoma), acne, psoriasis, dandruff, athlete's foot, and skin cancer.
• Advise patients on preventive care, including annual skin screenings, sun protection, and self-examinations for skin and lymph nodes.
• Perform incisional biopsies for melanoma diagnosis and execute skin surgeries to enhance appearance or manage conditions like skin cancer.
• Prescribe suitable medical treatments, including hormonal agents, topical therapies, contraceptives, spironolactone, anti-androgens, oral corticosteroids, retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and antibiotics.
• Administer therapies such as intralesional injections, chemical peels, and comedo extractions to address age spots, sun damage, rough skin, or oily skin.
• Recommend diagnostic tests based on patient histories and physical examinations.
• Assess patients for cosmetic procedures like liposuction, laser resurfacing, and microdermabrasion, and perform treatments as necessary.
• Stay updated on dermatology advancements through continuous education, literature review, and professional engagement.
• Collaborate with and refer patients to other specialists when required.
• Provide late evening and weekend coverage as part of the regular scheduling rotation.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited residency program in Dermatology.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology.
• Possession of a valid New York Medical License.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation package includes:

• Annual Base Salary: $334,000* (board eligible); $344,000* (board certified) based on a 40-hour work week.
• Estimated total annual compensation package: $367,400** (board eligible) and $378,400** (board certified), which encompasses base salary, 401(k) contributions, and additional factors.
• 401(k) Company Contribution: Employees are immediately vested in a 3% contribution of base earnings, with no employee match required. After one year, an additional 7% contribution is provided.
• Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) reimbursement.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and CME days.
• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage with employee contributions significantly below market rates.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage equal to 2x your salary (up to a maximum of $300,000) at no cost to you.
• Optional employee-paid Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage for you and your family.
• Potential eligibility for loan forgiveness through specific state or federal programs.
• Medical Malpractice Coverage (equivalent to occurrence-based) at no cost to the employee.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Pre-tax contributions for commuting expenses.
• Visa sponsorship may be available for this role.

Our organization is dedicated to providing accountable, responsive, and quality care with a strong focus on the diverse needs of our New York community. We are one of the largest physician groups in the nation, employing nearly 4,000 healthcare professionals who deliver exceptional services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health system in the country, serving over a million New Yorkers each year.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair hiring practices and fostering a supportive work environment. All candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications, potential, and experience. To learn more about our workplace culture, please explore our website.

*Salary Disclosure Information: The salary mentioned complies with New York City's Salary Transparency Law for Job Advertisements. It specifically pertains to this position and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits. Actual total compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant factors.

**The total compensation package value is illustrative and not guaranteed.