Cutaneous Oncology Fellow

Department Overview:

OHSU Dermatology is located in the Center for Health & Healing on the South Waterfront in Portland, Oregon. The Department of Dermatology is dedicated to providing our patients the best and most innovative dermatologic care for the broad range of skin, hair, nail and mucous membrane disorders. The department recognizes the need for balance in applying core values to everything we do. We value the balance of: individual autonomy with the wisdom of the group, mastery of current knowledge with continuous exploration and improvement, optimism, with pragmatism, fun with accountability, integrity with tactful honesty, and quality and excellence with efficiency. Oregon Health & Science University is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research.

 

The Cutaneous Oncology Fellowship Program offers a 1-2 year paid fellowship in Cutaneous Oncology and Dermatologic Surgery. Successful applicants will have completed dermatology training and are interested in applying for a Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology Fellowship. A strong interest in research and clinical trials is preferred.

Function/Duties of Position:

The Cutaneous Oncology Fellowship involves training in the following areas:

• Surgical management of patients with cutaneous tumors
• Leadership of ground breaking trials in cutaneous oncology
• Assist in Mohs micrographic surgery and reconstruction
• Manuscript preparation and submission
• Participate in regularly held journal clubs and reconstruction conferences
• Attend surgical conferences (ACMS and ASDS) and build network of surgical dermatologists and fellowship directors
• Attend quarterly Oregon Dermatologic Society meetings

Applicants will perform dermatological procedures and provide an outstanding level of professional performance (e.g. quality of clinical care for clinical faculty, quality of administrative function in education office). Professional performance is to be delivered in a manner that is compliant with the OHSU Code of Conduct. Appointee shall treat all patients, trainees, and co-workers with dignity and respect.

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Degree and Board certification/eligibility in Dermatology as well as experience in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients with cutaneous diseases. Applicants should expect to do at least 1 full day of general dermatology and two half days of excisions per week.

All are welcome: Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.