Pediatric Dermatology Faculty

Overview:

The Division of Dermatology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Department of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine seek academic pediatric dermatologists to join our team.

The Division diagnoses and treats skin problems in children through age 21 and provides comprehensive, expert care for common childhood skin diseases as well as rare dermatologic disorders. Currently, the Division consists of five pediatric dermatologists, two fellows and three nurse practitioners. The institution is extremely supportive of developing pediatric dermatology due to the enormous demand for this service.

Qualified candidates for this position must be board certified/eligible in dermatology with additional training or work experience in pediatrics and/or pediatric dermatology. Responsibilities include providing outpatient and inpatient care to children of all ages, as well as teaching fellows and residents. Opportunities exist for both clinical and basic science research as well as developing specialty clinics corresponding to areas of the applicant’s special interests. The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Job Description Summary:

Provides medical care and treatment to patients.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:
Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions. Develops and implements treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary. Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment. Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support. Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient and coordinates care with other healthcare professionals. Participates in the training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows as required. Stays up-to-date with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.

Education Requirement:
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent, required. Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable, required.

Licensure Requirement:
Medical License in the State of Ohio, required. Unrestricted licensed physician, required.

Certifications:
Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics, required.

Skills:
(not specified)

Experience:
Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.

Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:
Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"