What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner position at Forefront Dermatology?
Overview
Job Description
Step into an established practice with immediate patient demand in Portland, Oregon. The physicians of The Waldorf Center for Plastic Surgery, in partnership with Forefront Dermatology, are seeking a full-time Cosmetic Dermatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. You’ll work alongside experienced physicians and a skilled clinical support team.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
Portland offers a mix of city amenities and access to outdoor recreation, with a strong local community and neighborhoods that offer a variety of lifestyles. Its location in the Pacific Northwest also provides easy access to the coast, mountains, and surrounding communities.
Qualifications
Forefront Dermatology is a physician-led organization committed to providing exceptional patient care while supporting physicians and advanced practice providers with the operational resources they need to focus on patient care. We value clinical autonomy, collaboration, and professional growth.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
Forefront Dermatology will never request personal information, such as your Social Security number or banking information, via text message or email. Additionally, Forefront Dermatology does not use external messaging applications, such as Wire or Skype, to communicate with candidates. If you receive communication or requests of this nature, please disregard and delete them. Forefront Dermatology is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination based on age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application process due to a medical condition or disability, please contact hr@forefrontderm.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Job Description
Step into an established practice with immediate patient demand in Portland, Oregon. The physicians of The Waldorf Center for Plastic Surgery, in partnership with Forefront Dermatology, are seeking a full-time Cosmetic Dermatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. You’ll work alongside experienced physicians and a skilled clinical support team.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Established cosmetic practice with an existing patient base
- Opportunity to provide a variety of cosmetic services, including injectables, laser treatments, and CoolSculpting
- Manage and support GLP-1/wellness patients as needed
- Support pre- and post-operative patient care and surgical needs
- Opportunity to assist surgeons in the operating room and at the onsite surgery center
- Collaborative environment working closely with surgeons, physicians, and clinical staff
- Full-time position with benefits
- Provide cosmetic consultations and treatments, including dermal fillers, BOTOX Cosmetic, laser treatments, CoolSculpting, and other non-invasive skin treatments as clinically competent
- Perform minor in-office procedures such as lesion and mole removal
- Assist with GLP-1/wellness clinic patient and prescription management as needed
- Facilitate pre-operative appointments, including patient history and physicals, education, authorizations, consents, and coordination of surgical needs
- Provide post-operative patient care and follow-up
- Assist surgeon(s) with major surgeries at local hospitals and the onsite surgery center as needed
- Work closely with physicians, surgeons, nursing staff, and other clinical team members to ensure quality patient care
- Participate in staff education, patient care meetings, and other clinical activities as needed
Portland offers a mix of city amenities and access to outdoor recreation, with a strong local community and neighborhoods that offer a variety of lifestyles. Its location in the Pacific Northwest also provides easy access to the coast, mountains, and surrounding communities.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
- Current Oregon licensure as a PA or NP
- Current national certification and required state licensure/certifications
- Cosmetic dermatology or aesthetic experience preferred
- Surgical experience, particularly assisting in plastic surgery, preferred but not required
- Strong communication, clinical, and teamwork skills
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive benefit package, including health, vision, dental, and 401(k)
- Paid time off
- CME opportunities
- Malpractice coverage
Forefront Dermatology is a physician-led organization committed to providing exceptional patient care while supporting physicians and advanced practice providers with the operational resources they need to focus on patient care. We value clinical autonomy, collaboration, and professional growth.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
Forefront Dermatology will never request personal information, such as your Social Security number or banking information, via text message or email. Additionally, Forefront Dermatology does not use external messaging applications, such as Wire or Skype, to communicate with candidates. If you receive communication or requests of this nature, please disregard and delete them. Forefront Dermatology is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination based on age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application process due to a medical condition or disability, please contact hr@forefrontderm.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.