Description
Build the next chapter of your dermatology career in an academic, high-impact practice where Mohs surgery, general dermatology, teaching, research, and professional growth come together.
Carilion Clinic, the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, and the Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology & Mohs Surgery are seeking a Dermatologist / Mohs Surgeon to join an established, collaborative academic dermatology team in Roanoke, Virginia.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon who wants more than a procedural role. Here, you can develop a professionally fulfilling practice that combines Mohs surgery, general dermatology, resident education, medical student mentorship, clinical collaboration, and academic advancement within a growing physician-led health system.
Why this is an excellent career opportunity
This role offers the ability to step into an established academic dermatology and Mohs surgery practice with a strong referral base, a highly regarded training environment, and meaningful opportunities to shape the future of dermatologic care in the region.
As part of Carilion Clinic and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, you will have the platform to grow as a clinician, educator, mentor, researcher, and academic leader. The position is designed for a physician who values surgical excellence while also wanting to maintain breadth through general dermatology.
You will join a team of 14 physicians and advanced practice providers in a multisite academic practice that provides comprehensive dermatologic, cosmetic, micrographic surgery, and dermatologic oncology care to a catchment area of more than 1 million people.
What you can look forward to
Academic appointment and teaching opportunities
Faculty appointments are available through the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, a college of Virginia Tech. For physicians who enjoy education, this role offers rich opportunities to teach, mentor, and influence the next generation of dermatologists.
A strong dermatology residency program
The Carilion Clinic – Virginia Tech Carilion Dermatology Residency welcomes two residents each year, has maintained a 100% board pass rate since its inception, and features a robust dermatopathology curriculum. You will have the opportunity to work closely with motivated residents in a strong academic learning environment.
Research and scholarly growth
Research opportunities are available through the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute, the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, and VTCSOM medical students, who complete a four-year longitudinal research requirement. This creates a strong environment for faculty interested in scholarship, collaboration, publication, and mentorship.
High-impact care in a leading regional health system
Across the street from the main dermatology site is Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital and Carilion Children’s Hospital, the system’s flagship 763-bed Level 1 trauma and academic health center. The scale and scope of the health system offer meaningful clinical integration, collaboration, and regional impact.
A physician-led organization with room to grow
Carilion Clinic is a physician-led, multispecialty, not-for-profit healthcare organization dedicated to improving outcomes, advancing value, and strengthening care through education and research. The system includes 7 hospitals, 282 outpatient clinics, 850 physicians across more than 85 specialties, and 350 residents and fellows in 30 accredited ACGME programs.
About Carilion Clinic
Carilion Clinic is a progressive healthcare organization based in Roanoke, Virginia, with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, education, and research. Through its partnerships with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, Virginia Tech, and Radford University, Carilion offers an academic environment where physicians can build meaningful, multidimensional careers.
About Roanoke, Virginia
The Roanoke Valley offers the advantages of a vibrant metro area with the beauty and accessibility of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Home to approximately 300,000 residents, Roanoke has consistently been recognized among the nation’s best places to live.
Located at the southern tip of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, Roanoke provides immediate access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Appalachian Trail, and Smith Mountain Lake, a picturesque 22,000-acre destination for boating, fishing, and recreation. The region offers abundant outdoor activities, cultural amenities, strong schools, nearby universities, mild winters, long springs and autumns, and convenient air travel through the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport.
For physicians seeking an exceptional quality of life alongside a rewarding academic career, Roanoke is often described as one of the East Coast’s best-kept secrets.
Candidate qualifications
Qualified candidates will have:
Board certification or board eligibility in Dermatology
Fellowship training in Mohs Surgery
Take the next step
This is an outstanding opportunity for a Dermatologist / Mohs Surgeon who wants to grow professionally in an academic health system, contribute to a respected residency program, pursue teaching and research, and serve a large regional population in a beautiful and livable community.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to:
Rob Way
Physician Recruiter, Carilion Clinic
Phone: 540-224-5189
Email: rjway@carilionclinic.org
