Service Chief of Dermatology at Parkland Health [Req#: 886736, Position#: 127955]

Description

UT Southwestern Department of Dermatology, in partnership with Parkland Health, seeks an experienced dermatologist to serve as Service Chief of Dermatology. This physician leader will be highly clinically engaged, providing care across Parkland’s dermatology services and also engaging in clinical activity at UT Southwestern. The Service Chief will oversee all aspects of Parkland Dermatology, including outpatient clinics, inpatient consultations, and resident education. The role requires close collaboration with Parkland leadership and the Department of Dermatology to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting the education and development of trainees and faculty.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care across Parkland’s dermatology services, including inpatient and outpatient clinics.
• Direct clinic operations, scheduling, and attending coverage to optimize access and efficiency.
• Oversee faculty credentialing, quality reviews, and peer review processes.
• Support the training, orientation, and development of dermatology residents and physician assistants.
• Collaborate with Parkland nursing, operations, and hospital leadership to address clinical needs, patient complaints, and system priorities.
• Lead departmental initiatives such as the annual Medical Services Agreement renewal, resident orientation, faculty engagement activities, and community skin cancer screening events.
• Drive strategic projects, including improving access to medications, expanding procedural services, and enhancing e-consult and scheduling systems.

Qualifications

• MD with board certification in Dermatology; eligible for faculty appointment at the Associate academic rank, or higher.
• Demonstrated clinical excellence with a strong track record of patient care across diverse settings.
• Experience in clinical operations with proven ability to optimize workflows, improve efficiency, and enhance patient access.
• Record of innovation in care delivery models, including redesigning or piloting new approaches to improve patient and system outcomes.
• Experience with quality improvement initiatives, such as improving medication fulfillment processes, patient flow, or safety metrics.
• Evidence of effective leadership and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to education, mentorship, and professional development of trainees and staff.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to navigate a complex healthcare system.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.  As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

 

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

 

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

 

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/