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Dermatologist - Staff Physician

Medical College of Wisconsin · Mequon, WI · Full time

Posted Apr 7, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

The posting says you can choose responsibilities that energize you. Beyond clinical care, what would you pick: teaching, research, outreach or administration?

What they are checking: Whether they have real interests that would keep them engaged and growing in the role.

Tell me about a time you received a difficult referral from a primary care doctor. How did you handle communication back?

What they are checking: Whether they close the loop with referring doctors, which builds a community practice.

How do you stay connected to an academic department when you're mostly at community sites?

What they are checking: Whether they will remain part of the department rather than working in isolation.

What would you do

You'd be covering community sites in Mequon, West Bend and Drexel. How do you keep your practice running smoothly across several locations?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay organized and consistent when their clinic changes from day to day.

A patient demands an antibiotic for acne they've used for years without improvement. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they practice antibiotic stewardship while keeping the patient's trust.

How would you work with the department's APPs at a community site?

What they are checking: Whether they can supervise and partner with APPs effectively in a shared practice.

About the work

What does a typical general dermatology day look like for you, and how many patients are you comfortable seeing?

What they are checking: Whether their pace and scope fit a busy community general dermatology practice.

Which procedures do you do in clinic, and which do you refer out?

What they are checking: Whether their procedural range matches what the community sites need without overreaching.

How do you decide when a skin cancer needs Mohs surgery versus a standard excision?

What they are checking: Whether they know appropriate use criteria and can coordinate referrals sensibly.

How do you care for pediatric or adolescent patients differently from adults?

What they are checking: Whether they are comfortable with younger patients, since the department sees them across sites.

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The full job description

As published by Medical College of Wisconsin.

The Department of Dermatology at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) seeks a highly skilled, board certified / board eligible Staff Physician to join our expanding department & provide exceptional patient care at our community sites in the suburban metro Milwaukee area .  This position is located in the greater Milwaukee , WI area (Mequon, West Bend, Drexel) . The department has enjoyed steady, sustained growth over the past several years. This position offers continual opportunities for professional & personal development, and the incumbent will be able to select responsibilities that energize their passions. Responsibilities include providing clinical practice, teaching, research, community outreach, and administrative duties. We are comprised of nationally and internationally renowned, dedicated group of faculty and staff with a strong commitment to clinical care. Department members provide clinical care in general dermatology, pediatric, & adolescent dermatology, and other outpatient specialty clinics at Froedtert Hospital, Children's Hospital of WI, and Zablocki VA Medical Center. Many department members hold leadership positions at MCW and Froedtert Hospital. The department is proud of its record of educating residents & medical students. The department currently includes 21 physicians & 9 APPs who represent all subspecialties. Department members have strong interactions with the Clinical & Translational Science Institute of Southeast WI and Children's Research Institute. Position Highlights: • Provide high-quality dermatologic care in a multi-specialty academic setting • See a diverse range of medical dermatology patients; optional procedural & cosmetic dermatology based on candidate interests • Collaborate with a supportive team of dermatologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, & staff • Engage in teaching of medical students, residents, &/or fellows • Opportunities for clinical research & quality improvement activities Department Overview: Dermatology | Medical College of Wisconsin Benefits: • MCW Dermatology offers a competitive salary with incentives based on team-based productivity. • Opportunities for professional development and research. • Access to state-of-the-art facilities & resources in a supportive & collaborative work environment. • Access to academic expense funds to cover societal dues, travel, and conferences. • Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, disability coverage, adoption assistance , paid parental leave, dependent tuition reimbursement, & more. • A competitive 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution. • Qualifying employer in the  Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)   program, offering eligible employees the opportunity to have their student loans forgiven after qualifying years of service. Qualifications: • MD or DO degree • Board certified or board eligible in Dermatology • Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Wisconsin • Commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate patient care • Interest in academic medicine and collaboration within a teaching institution Medical College of Wisconsin The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation. Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually. The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service. Commitment to MCW Values All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities. Milwaukee has all the advantages of a large, vibrant city but without the stress or cost. MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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