Physician Dermatopathology - Competitive Salary
Company: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Location: Nashville
Posted on: February 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description The Department of Dermatology at Vanderbilt
University Medical Center is seeking a highly experienced, dual
board-certified Dermatologist and Dermatopathologist to join our
high-volume academic dermatology program. This position offers the
opportunity to practice in a dynamic academic environment that
mirrors the efficiency and clinical volume of a private practice
model, while advancing patient care, teaching, and diagnostic
excellence. Key Responsibilities: 1. Independently interpret a high
volume of dermatopathology specimens, including complex
inflammatory and neoplastic disorders, within an integrated
academic pathology team. 2. Provide expert outpatient dermatology
care with opportunities to tailor the clinical focus to areas of
interest 3. Serve as an educator and mentor for dermatology
residents. 4. Collaborate in multidisciplinary initiatives such as
tumor board and consultative services. 5. Dermatopathology quality
improvement 6. Contribute to leadership in practice optimization
and innovation within dermatopathology services. Qualifications: 1.
M.D. degree with completion of ACGME-accredited dermatology
residency and dermatopathology fellowship. 2. Board certification
in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. 3. Minimum of 7 years of
independent dermatopathology practice experience, preferably in a
high-volume setting. 4. Demonstrated clinical excellence in both
dermatology and dermatopathology. 5. Strong teaching and mentorship
experience in an academic setting 6. Commitment to a collaborative
and patient-centered approach to care. 7. Experience in molecular
diagnostics Preferred Attributes: 1. Experience leading or shaping
dermatopathology workflows, especially in high-throughput
environments. 2. Interest in clinical innovation, education, or
outcomes-based research. 3. Experience in molecular diagnostics in
dermatopathology 4. Administrative experience in managing teams and
instituting change through cross-functional collaboration 5. 6.
About the Department of Dermatology 7. The Department of
Dermatology at VUMC is dedicated to advancing dermatology through
high-quality patient care, groundbreaking research, and exceptional
medical education. Our team of physicians, researchers, and
advanced practice providers are experts in all aspects of skin
health, including complex medical dermatology, dermatopathology,
pediatric dermatology, procedural dermatology, and inpatient
consultative dermatology. The department is actively involved in
innovative research, focusing on understanding the cellular and
molecular mechanisms of skin diseases, skin cancer epidemiology,
and novel skin imaging technologies. Our educational programs
prioritize training future dermatologists through robust learning
experiences, formal lectures, and clinical rotations 8. Vanderbilt
Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has
the chance to thrive and is dedicated to the principles of equal
opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
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