Dermatologist Resume Examples

Dermatologist Resume Sample

Jennifer Watson, M.D

Address:             32 Spring Street, New York, NY 10012
Phone:                  (212) 941-7942
Email:                    [email protected]
Current job:        Board Certified Dermatologist at Murray Hill Dermatology 

Objective

To pursue my career as a dermatologist and devote my time and skills to one of the greatest and most prestigious skin care clinics in the state of New York.

Skills

1. Vast experience in assessing and treating a wide variety of skin conditions and diseases (such as psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis)
2. Outstanding diagnostic skills and ability to deliver effective treatment for timely and full recoveries
3. Comprehensive training in performing skin surgeries including cosmetic procedures
4. Extensive knowledge on the latest and best practices in skin care
5. Prominent keynote speaker at industry events
6. Superb communication skills
7. Exceptional interpersonal skills
8. Thrives in both team and individual work environments
9. Extremely flexible and able to effectively adapt to change
10. Meticulous in procedural work
11. Wide range of knowledge in skin disorders specific to developing countries
12. Knowledge of latest treatment options for cancerous skin conditions

Experience

Board Certified Dermatologist, 2020 to Present

Murray Hill Dermatology, New York, NY

Responsibilities:

• Specialized in mole and skin cancer evaluation and treatment
• Performed over a hundred successful operations for patients with skin cancer, using curettage and electrocautery, Mohs surgery, cryosurgery, local excision, and skin grafting
• Conducted extensive clinical studies on the progression of the three most common types of malignant skin cancers, namely: basal cell cancer, squamous cell cancer, and melanoma
• Contributed to numerous studies examining the administrative costs of different skin care procedures
• Supervised the work of newly hired Board Eligible dermatologists

• Followed up on patient compliance with prescribed medications

Board Certified Dermatologist, 2017 to 2020
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY

Responsibilities:

• Specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of cancerous and precancerous lesions of the skin
• Formulated treatment plans for speedy recovery of patients
• Implemented care plans and monitored patient progress
• Served on a special panel that audited the hospital’s current patient care practices
• Published research paper on the relationship of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia and Agent Orange exposure

Dermatologist (Resident), 2015 to 2017
Cedars-Sinai, Los Angeles, CA

Responsibilities:

• Specialized in care for patients afflicted with malignant skin conditions
• Diagnosed and treated patients with various skin diseases
• Assisted in emergency procedures for the treatment of burn and accident victims
• Operated on 3^rd degree burn patients via skin grafting
• Monitored patient progress and followed up with prescribed medications and treatment

Education

Medical School, Stanford University, California
Vice President of Medical Student Council
MD, Dermatology
2011-2015

College, Stanford University, California
Bachelor of Science in Biology
3.7 GPA (Cum Laude)
2007-2011

High School, Lowell High School, California
High School Diploma
Valedictorian (GPA of 4.0)
2003-2007

Courses

1. Dermatopathology
2. Pharmacology
3. Medical Ethics
4. Emergency medicine
5. Internal Medicine
6. Cell Physiology
7. Immunology
8. Volunteered with the Health Volunteers Overseas to share insights on dermatologic topics in Peru
9. Summer internship with the Center For Disease Control
10. Rotations in dermatology (8 weeks), urology (4 weeks), pediatrics (4 weeks), emergency care (4 weeks), intensive care (4 weeks), podiatry (4 weeks)

Advice for a Dermatologist Job Interview 

To nail your dream dermatologist job, you must be prepared to give your best shot at the interview. Here are a few tips to help you secure the position you have set your eyes on:

A Solid Resume

Every application needs to start with a solid resume.  Your resume needs to have specifics and technical information about what you did in your previous job.  If you are having trouble with your resume, this site has dermatologist resume templates for you to look at.

Research The Hospital

Knowing all you can about the facility or company and the position you are applying for is an extremely crucial step. This will not only make you better prepared for whatever the interviewer throws at you, it will also help you gain an idea of the qualifications or attributes the company is looking for in their candidate.

Prepare For A Brief Initial Interview

Sometimes, a hospital or clinic conducts an initial interview over the phone first and then requests an onsite interview if they see great potential in you. This short interview should not be treated any less important than the actual in-person since it will be your chance to make a lasting impression in such a short time.  During the phone interview, it is a good idea to have your dermatology CV with you, that way you can refer to it during your interview and answer the question with specifics.

Get Ready For The Interview Questions

Your efforts should not stop at impressing the interviewer over the phone. There are still a few important steps you must take before you release a sigh of relief. The first thing you need to know is that a successful interview requires a lot of preparation and practice. Study your resume, and commit to memory the important elements. You won’t want your eyes glued to your resume while you talk about your past work experiences and the responsibilities involved in previous positions. Be prepared to go into details.

Practice The Interview Questions

It is usually best to prepare your responses for the common interview questions and practice for them.  Be aware of the common questions asked and think hard about what the best answers will be. Here is a list of the questions frequently asked during interviews:

• Why did you choose to pursue a medical career?
• Did you ever find yourself torn over a choice between what is best for the patient and what is best for the hospital? How did you decide? (Be prepared for questions on tough scenarios such as this.)
• Describe a case when you had to collaborate with interdisciplinary members of the health care team to provide care to a patient who is in dire need.
• In which practice area do your strengths lie? Why?
• Have conflicts risen between you and your patients or their family? How did you handle such a situation?
• Why did you choose to apply at this facility than elsewhere?
• What can you contribute to this facility and the department?
• What strengths will make you right for this job? Any weakness that may affect your performance?

You may be given the opportunity to ask your own questions at the end of the interview session. Here are some of the questions you might want to ask:

• What is the call schedule like?
• How many patients, on the average, will I be attending to in a day?
• Is there an open door policy for addressing employee concerns?
• How does the facility ensure top quality patient care? Are the employees evaluated regularly?
• What benefits and compensations come with the job? (This question should only be asked after you have been offered the job.)
• How much time am I expected to dedicate to research as opposed to clinicals?

Dress Accordingly

Even if your qualifications are more than enough to get you the job, dressing for the interview should still be given much thought. Step into that interview looking your best with at least a dress shirt and slacks or a suit and tie.  Rule out anything as informal as jeans or sneakers.