Physician Dermatology - Competitive Salary
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: February 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Dermatologist (Outpatient) Position -
Albuquerque, New Mexico Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Overview:
Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers an extraordinary blend of culture,
natural beauty, and economic opportunity, making it an ideal place
to live and work. Nestled in the high desert at the base of Sandia
Mountains, Albuquerque enjoys over 300 days of sunshine annually,
providing endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including
hiking, biking, skiing, and hot air ballooning. The New Mexico VA
Health Care System (NMVAHCS), located in the heart of Albuquerque,
serves as a cornerstone of the community's healthcare. NMVAHCS
provides comprehensive, innovative care to our nation's Veterans,
offering cutting-edge research and robust educational programs
through its partnership with the University of New Mexico. This
healthcare system is dedicated to fostering excellence in patient
care and professional growth, making it an outstanding environment
for medical professionals to thrive. Major Duties of the Position:
- Provide quality dermatology services in our progressive,
innovative health care system for the veteran outpatient
population. - Deliver patient-centered diagnostic and therapeutic
dermatological care in an outpatient setting. - Develop and
implement individualized care plans to address the specific
dermatological needs of patients. - Perform and interpret
dermatological procedures, including biopsies, excisions,
cryotherapy, and other skin-related treatments. - Collaborate with
other specialists to provide comprehensive dermatological care,
including cases that may require surgical interventions or
multidisciplinary management. - Teach and mentor medical students,
residents, and fellows, contributing to educational development
programs affiliated with the University of New Mexico, School of
Medicine. - Demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care,
teaching, and research, and be eligible for a faculty appointment
in the Department of Medicine at the University of New Mexico. -
Work with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care for
outpatient dermatology patients. VA Offers a Comprehensive Total
Rewards Package: VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive
(Sign-on Bonus): Highly qualified individuals may be eligible for a
recruitment/relocation incentive in accordance with agency policy.
To receive consideration for an incentive, the selectee must be
among the best qualified and meet the criteria established in the
VA Handbook 5007 Part VI Chapter 2. Service agreement required.
Compensation and Benefits: - Pay: Competitive salary, annual
performance bonus, regular salary increases - Paid Time Off: 50–55
days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of
sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5-day
paid absence for CME) - Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5
years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by
VA - Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term
care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into
retirement) - Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any
US State or territory - CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement
(must be full-time with board certification) - Malpractice: Free
liability protection with tail coverage provided - Contract: No
Physician Employment Contract and no significant restrictions on
moonlighting Come join us in providing exceptional healthcare to
our veterans in beautiful Albuquerque, where your professional
growth and quality of life will thrive.
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