Dermatology Medical Director - Cutaneous Oncology and Pigmented Lesion Clinic

Department Job Description Summary

The Medical Director is a board-certified dermatologist who provides clinical leadership for the Cutaneous Oncology and Pigmented Lesion Clinic, a multidisciplinary center focused on the early detection, diagnosis, and management of melanoma, pigmented lesions, and other cutaneous malignancies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for the Cutaneous Oncology and Pigmented Lesion Clinic.
• Develop and implement evidence-based clinical pathways for melanoma, atypical pigmented lesions, and other cutaneous malignancies.
• Lead multidisciplinary care coordination and case review among Dermatology, Surgical Oncology, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Pathology, Plastic Surgery, and Genetics.
• Establish and expand advanced imaging capabilities, including: Reflectance Confocal Microscopy (RCM), Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT), Digital dermoscopy, and total-body photography.
• Promote high-quality, patient-centered care with an emphasis on timely diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.
• Partner with Cancer Center leadership to support clinic growth, referral development, quality improvement, and community outreach.
• Develop clinical research opportunities focused on cutaneous oncology, melanoma detection, advanced imaging technologies, and innovative models of care.
• Support the education and mentorship of medical students, residents, and other trainees in dermatology, skin cancer prevention, and cutaneous oncology.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Board Certification in Dermatology.
• Demonstrated expertise in melanoma, pigmented lesions, and cutaneous oncology.
• Experience with or interest in advanced diagnostic imaging technologies, including RCM and LC-OCT.
• Prior leadership experience in an academic medical center, multidisciplinary practice, or cancer center preferred.

Success Measures

• Growth in referrals and clinic volume.
• Increased utilization of advanced imaging technologies.
• Improved access to specialized cutaneous oncology services.
• Strong multidisciplinary care coordination.
• High patient satisfaction and clinical quality outcomes.
• Growth of clinical research and educational activities aligned with the mission of the Braman Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Benefits

• Health benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Healthcare spending accounts.
• Retailment plan.
• Paid time off.
• Pet Insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.
• On-site housing for select positions and more!

Degree Requirements

• MD or DO degree.