University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Job Description Summary

Provides health care services on a full-time or part-time basis in an owned or affiliated health care entity of Penn Medicine or The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Provides inpatient hospital services as required and fulfills all medico-administrative duties associated with membership on each hospital medical staff of which clinician is a member. May participate in a minimum of 50 hours per year of active and high quality teaching or equivalent service. Performs prompt, courteous and competent professional services in accordance with generally accepted professional standards for such services and with the standards established from time to time. Maintains license to practice medicine without restriction or limitation in Pennsylvania or location of affiliates, if applicable.

Job Description

The Perelman School of Medicine is consistently rated as one of the top medical institutions in the United States, and the Dermatology Department has always been at the forefront of academic medicine since its founding in 1874.

The Department of Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania is growing and offers several exciting positions for community based dermatologists. Opportunities are available in a variety of high-volume, state of the art practice locations, including several nestled in idyllic suburbs just outside the city, featuring scenic landscapes, appealing shopping and dining areas, proximity to both Philadelphia and New York City, excellent school districts, a wide range of outdoor activities and outstanding quality of life.

Duties

Penn Medicine utilizes electronic medical records, with guidance and support for quality programs, such as MACRA and MIPS, and a dedicated focus on physician wellness.

Flexibility, highly stimulating academic environment and generous benefits are hallmarks of these positions. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Visit www.hr.upenn.edu/whypenn for more information.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/Women/Individuals with disabilities/Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Qualifications

Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree, 0-1 year of work experience, PA licensure (without restrictions) and DEA licensure required; and be board certified or board eligible in Dermatology. Candidates must have demonstrated qualifications in education and clinical care, with excellent leadership skills to maintain practice operations and outstanding patient care across the site. Full time clinical positions with and without teaching requirements are available. Experience in a busy Dermatology practice is preferred.

Working Conditions

Office, Library Computer Room; Requires extensive safety training; Requires protective devices

Physical Effort

Occasional lifting 24-50 lb.; Typically standing or walking; Intermittently sitting/standing/stooping; Using tools requiring high density; Typically bending, crouching, Stooping

Job Location - City, State

Yardley, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$20,000.00 - $500,000.00

Affirmative Action Statement 

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements 

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.