Dermatologist
Dermatologist Job Description
It is a little known fact that dermatologists not only treat and diagnose conditions of the skin but also the hair and nails. Concerns ranging from acne and birthmarks, to more serious conditions such as fungal infections, eczema and skin cancer all fall under the scope of dermatology. Diagnosis may regularly include blood drawing and taking samples of the affected tissue and skin. Chemical tests are also often required. Thereafter, treatment is decided upon and administered.
Perhaps the more lucrative side of dermatology includes cosmetic concerns. Well known procedures such as general laser treatments, dermabrasion, botox and other similar procedures fall into this realm. Thus, those suffering from a variety of skin conditions and imperfections that wish to improve them seek the aid of dermatologists.
Dermatologist Salary Statistics as of 2015
Average annual salary for a Dermatologist is $201860 based on statistics in the U.S. as of 2015. The highest salary recorded was $358537. The lowest salary reported was $76596. These figures will vary on a state to state basis as these are averages across all 50 states.
Median hourly wage for a Dermatologist is $100.38 based on statistics in the U.S. as of 2015. The highest hourly rate recorded was $178.29. The lowest hourly rate recorded was $38.09. These figures will vary on a state to state basis as these are averages across all 50 states.
Bonuses for a Dermatologist are based on the years of experience using statistics from the U.S. as of 2015. The average bonus recorded was $9000 from people with 15+ years of experience. The average bonus recorded was $900 from people with under 1 year of experience.
These are the highest paying states for a Dermatologist. These numbers are based of the median annual salary as of 2015.
Arizona – n/a
California – $45,367 – $360,417
Florida – $90,000 – $196,527
Massachusetts – n/a
New York – $150,000 – $254,341
Texas – $122,084 – $252,386
Virginia – n/a
These are the highest paying cities for a Dermatologist. These numbers are based of the median annual salary as of 2015.
New York, New York –
Houston, Texas –
Boston, Massachusetts –
Sugar Land, Texas –
Elizabethtown, Kentucky –
Sacramento, California –
Washington, District of Columbia –
This chart outlines the average annual salary of a Dermatologist from the past 5 years. In 2015 the average annual salary was $201860 while in 2007 it was just $187201.43
Dermatology is a field that has a rather excellent employment outlook and steady rate of career advancement. After the general education and training needed, which includes college and medical school alongside a specialty training program, the earning potential is substantial for new entries. It is for this reason dermatology remains a secure field within the medical profession.
The general dermatologist salary ranges in the area of, just beneath, 194k with those within the 10th percentile earning around 208k. At the 25th percentile and 75th percentile, respectively, dermatologist salary specs range from 229-283k. It is only at the 90th percentile that dermatologist salary ranges begin to exceed 300k, weighing in at 311k on average.
Education
Needless to say, the basis for all doctorial degrees of this nature is completion of college and medical school. Dermatologists complete a standard internship and a one-year residency. The residency is held at the standard locals, anywhere from an emergency room setting to a family practice or pediatrics. Following, they must have three complete years in more specialized dermatological setting that is fully accredited. Finally, the American Board of Dermatology has an exam must be completed; this exam has a requirement of being retaken every decade for re-certification purposes.
Employment and Working Environment
As with most physicians dermatologists work in both hospital settings and private practice. While clinical settings are also areas of employ they are less common for dermatologists in comparison to other physicians, such as obstetricians and gynecology doctors. Other, non clinical, settings are teaching and research.
Job Outlook
The current trend leans toward cosmetic dermatologist being the most lucrative and having the most demand potential for the near future as cosmetic procedures are expected to be on the rise. The aforementioned will also most likely have access to the most innovative treatments and technology in the field. In contrast those working within hospitals or non-profit clinics will have the least earning potential overall. These trends are consistent with the medical field.
On the whole a career in dermatology will yield a desirable salary with immense job potential. With the widespread growth of the healthcare industry all signs point to career stability in the immediate future. Varied areas of specialty allow for diversity in job choice and personal fulfillment as well.
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Based on our stats gathered across the U.S. 50% of Dermatologists were males while 50% were females. These numbers are based on averages across all states combined. Some individual states may have a much different ratio however.
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