Dermatopathology Physician

The Mohs Dermatologist provides specialized medical and surgical care for patients with skin cancer, with a primary focus on Mohs micrographic surgery. This role includes the diagnosis, treatment, and reconstruction of cutaneous malignancies, delivering precise, tissue-sparing care while ensuring optimal oncologic and cosmetic outcomes.

• Evaluate and manage patients with cutaneous malignancies, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma in situ

• Perform Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancers in accordance with established clinical standards

• Interpret histopathologic slides during Mohs procedures

• Perform surgical reconstruction and repair following Mohs excision

• Provide longitudinal dermatologic care and postoperative follow-up

• Collaborate with general dermatologists, plastic surgeons, ENT surgeons, and oncologists as appropriate

• Educate patients regarding diagnosis, treatment options, procedural expectations, and preventive skin care

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives

• Supervise and educate fellows, residents, nursing staff, and clinical support personnel as applicable

• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school

• Completion of an accredited dermatology residency program

• Completion of an accredited Mohs Micrographic Surgery fellowship

• Board-eligible or board-certified in Dermatology

• Eligibility for or certification in Mohs Micrographic Surgery as applicable

• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure

• DEA registration or eligibility

• Expertise in Mohs micrographic surgery and cutaneous oncology

• Proficiency in dermatologic surgery and reconstruction techniques

• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills

• Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities

• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outcomes

• Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety

• Outpatient dermatologic surgery clinics and procedure suites

• Typically weekday schedules with minimal or no call depending on practice structure

• Ability to stand for extended periods during surgical procedures

• Manual dexterity for fine surgical and histologic techniques

• Visual acuity sufficient for microscopic slide interpretation and surgical precision