Job Description: Dermatology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Medical Dermatology
Location: Rosewood, NC (Rural Health)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with experience in medical dermatology to join our growing rural health dermatology practice. This role is ideal for a provider who values meaningful patient relationships, continuity of care, and improving access to dermatologic services in underserved communities.
The provider will diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of medically necessary skin conditions while working collaboratively with supervising physicians. This position focuses exclusively on clinical dermatology, emphasizing evidence-based care, patient education, and community impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive dermatologic evaluations, including detailed histories and full-body skin examinations.
- Diagnose and manage common and chronic dermatologic conditions (acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dermatitis, fungal infections, rashes, etc.).
- Identify and treat precancerous and cancerous lesions (AK, BCC, SCC, melanoma) within scope of practice.
- Perform medical dermatology procedures including:
- Shave, punch, and excisional biopsies
- Cryotherapy
- Lesion removal
- Wound care and post-procedure management
- Order, review, and interpret dermatopathology and diagnostic tests.
- Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
- Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with licensure and clinical guidelines.
- Provide patient-centered education on skin health, disease prevention, and treatment expectations.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR.
- Uphold all regulatory, clinical, and HIPAA standards.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and dermatology-specific continuing education.
Qualifications
Required
- Masters degree from an accredited NP or PA program.
- Current NP or PA license in North Carolina.
- National certification (AANP/ANCC for NP; NCCPA for PA).
- Minimum 1 year of dermatology experience (medical dermatology strongly preferred).
- Strong diagnostic reasoning and procedural skills.
- Excellent communication and patient-education abilities.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Preferred
- Dermatology certification (e.g., DCNP for NPs or equivalent dermatology-focused certification for PAs) or willingness to pursue certification after hire.
- Experience performing dermatologic procedures (biopsies, cryotherapy, lesion removal, etc.).
- Familiarity with dermatoscopy and EMR systems.
- Commitment to rural health, access-to-care initiatives, and long-term patient relationships.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- CME allowance and dedicated CME time.
- Malpractice insurance coverage.
- Retirement plan options.
- Supportive onboarding and dermatology-specific training resources.
Work Environment
- Collaborative, patient-centered dermatology team committed to high-quality medical care.
- Modern clinical setting equipped with diagnostic and procedural dermatology tools.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on community skin health in a rural region.
- Ability to build long-term relationships with patients who value accessible, compassionate care.