Permanent | Dermatology Nurse Practitioner (1 year recent Dermatology experience required) | Ca[...]

Position Details

• Job Type: Permanent
• Specialty: Medical Dermatology
• Setting: Outpatient Dermatology Clinic
• Schedule: Full-Time
• Location: Carolina Beach, North Carolina

Practice Environment

• Rural health and community-focused practice
• Modern outpatient clinical setting
• Opportunity to establish long-term patient relationships
• Focus on evidence-based medical dermatology care
• Providers will work independently onsite
• Supervising Board-Certified Dermatologist available remotely via phone and Zoom
• No onsite dermatology team for training or collaboration
• Ideal for experienced, self-directed providers comfortable practicing independently

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive dermatologic evaluations and full-body skin exams
• Diagnose and manage:
  • Acne
  • Eczema
  • Psoriasis
  • Rosacea
  • Dermatitis
  • Fungal infections
  • Rashes
  • Skin cancers and precancerous lesions
• Perform dermatologic procedures including:
  • Shave biopsies
  • Punch biopsies
  • Excisional biopsies
  • Cryotherapy
  • Lesion removal
  • Wound care management
• Interpret dermatopathology and diagnostic testing
• Develop treatment plans collaboratively with supervising physicians
• Prescribe medications and therapies
• Provide patient education on skin health and disease prevention
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited NP or PA program
• Active North Carolina NP or PA license
• National certification required
• Minimum 1 year of dermatology experience (post clinical rotations) under a Board-Certified Dermatologist
• Strong procedural and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Must be enrolled or have prior enrollment in Medicare/Medicaid
• Required: DCNP or CAQ-Derm credentials or eligible to complete within 12 months of hire

Note: Nurse Practitioners may pursue the DCNP credential through the Dermatology Nursing Certification Board, which requires 3,000 hours of dermatology NP experience within the past 3 years. Only dermatology-specific hours apply; experience gained through a formal dermatology NP residency/fellowship or supervised dermatology practice may count toward this requirement. Physician Assistants may pursue advanced dermatology certification through the NCCPA’s CAQ-Derm program, which requires 4,000 hours of dermatology PA-C experience earned within the six years prior to attestation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with biopsies, cryotherapy, and lesion removal
• Familiarity with dermatoscopy and EMR systems
• Interest in rural healthcare and continuity of care
• Prior independent dermatology practice experience strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• CME allowance and dedicated CME time
• Malpractice coverage
• Retirement plan options
• Dermatology-focused onboarding and training support