Your years of hard work and dedicated study have paid off! Now that you're officially a board-certified (or certification-eligible) dermatologist, it's time to find a job after completing your dermatology residency.
Fortunately, with fewer post-graduate physicians looking for work, the candidate pool for each job is a bit smaller which increases your chances of being a qualified candidate. Plus, as a dermatologist your highly specialized skills are in high demand across the United States, giving you the freedom to choose your career path.
With that said, it's still important to keep your expectations realistic when it comes to finding your first job after dermatology residency. The process can be time consuming, but patience and perseverance can help you land your dream position and start your career on the right foot.
At DermCare Management, we're passionate about helping dermatologists and dermatology specialists succeed at every stage of their career. If you're searching for your first dermatology career placement, here are our top tips for finding the right fit.
Top Tips for Finding a Job After Dermatology Residency
As dermatology recruiters, we want you to succeed, not just fill a job opening. That's why we've put together our top tips for finding a dermatology position that's perfect for you.
- Stay ahead of dermatology trends: The more confidently you can speak to what's happening in medicine today, the more impressive you’ll be as an applicant. Demonstrating you knowledge of skin conditions, treatments and procedures, and cosmetic services shows your future employers you are prepared to care for their existing patient base.
- Attend pertinent conferences, symposiums and events: Being involved in dermatology networking events both helps to expand your own knowledge and expertise in the field and gives you opportunities to make meaningful connections that can further your career.
- Search for jobs that reflect your core interests: Want to work more in cosmetic dermatology? Are you fascinated by the advancement of laser-based tools? At the beginning of your job search, seek out job opportunities that dovetail with the places you’d like to be in dermatology. You'll bring more passion to your interview — and the role, if you’re offered the position.
- Conduct research before writing a cover letter or engaging in an interview: The Internet makes it easy to find information about clinics, medical centers and other hiring entities. Take the time to conduct some due diligence. That way, you'll be more prepared and impressive to hiring managers.
It can be hard to exercise patience when you're ready to practice. However, just know that the right opportunity is waiting for you. Who knows? It might be on the DermCare Management career board at this very moment!
To learn more about our open positions, visit our Medical Provider Career Opportunities page. You can reach out to us directly with any questions at smiller@dermcaremgt.com.