Dermatology - Physician

Company: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Location: Nashville
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

The Department of Dermatology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center - a National Comprehensive Cancer Network designated academic medical center - is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Dermatologist with clinical expertise in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of pigmented lesions and melanoma. This is a full-time academic position with responsibilities in patient care, teaching, and scholarly activities. Candidates will join a multidisciplinary team specializing in melanoma and skin cancer, collaborating closely with experts in oncology, surgery, pathology, and basic science.Key Responsibilities:Provide outstanding clinical care focused on the diagnosis and treatment of pigmented lesions, atypical nevi, and melanoma.Participate actively in multidisciplinary melanoma and high-risk skin cancer clinics.Teach and mentor medical students and residents.Contribute to departmental and institutional service and leadership activities.Pursue academic scholarshipQualifications:M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree.Board-certified or board-eligible in Dermatology.Fellowship training in Pigmented Lesions, Dermato-oncology, or related fields preferred but not required.Demonstrated clinical expertise in the management of pigmented lesions, atypical nevi, and melanoma.Strong commitment to patient care, teaching, and academic scholarship.Eligibility for medical licensure in TennesseePreferred Qualifications:Experience with dermoscopy, confocal microscopy, or other non-invasive imaging techniques.Record of peer-reviewed research or scholarly productivity in dermatology or melanoma.Compensation and Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits package, and protected time for academic activities.About the Department of DermatologyThe Department of Dermatology at VUMC is dedicated to advancing dermatology through high-quality patient care, groundbreaking research, and exceptional medical education. Our team of physicians, researchers, and advanced practice providers are experts in all aspects of skin health, including complex medical dermatology, dermatopathology, pediatric dermatology, procedural dermatology, and inpatient consultative dermatology. The department is actively involved in innovative research, focusing on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms of skin diseases, skin cancer epidemiology, and novel skin imaging technologies. Our educational programs prioritize training future dermatologists through robust learning experiences, formal lectures, and clinical rotationsVanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.International medical graduates seeking to apply for available physician positions must be certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), must have passed the United States medical licensing examinations (USMLE Step 1 and Step 2), must have completed a United States based residency even if they have completed a residency or practiced medicine in another country, and must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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