Medical Dermatologist
Listed compensation
$400k-$500k
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Job Description
Join a thriving dermatology practice in Santa Barbara, CA with Santa Barbara Skin Care! We’re looking for a General Dermatologist to join our friendly, highly trained team dedicated to clinical excellence and an outstanding patient experience.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible Schedule – Achieve work-life balance while pursuing your passion.
- Diverse Cases – Provide both general and cosmetic dermatology services.
- Advanced Technology – Practice with autonomy using the latest equipment.
- Strong Community Ties – Benefit from our trusted reputation and active referral network.
- Practice Autonomy – Build your desired practice mix (General Dermatology, Surgical, and Cosmetics)
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Compensation Structure – Guaranteed first-year salary or Personal Net Collections (the greater of)
- Dermatologist Salary Range: $400,000-$500,000
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and paid CME.
- Flexible Schedules – Designed to fit your lifestyle and a great work-life balance. Full-time (4 or more days per week schedules)
- Relocation Reimbursement
- Commencement Bonus
- Paid Malpractice and Tail Coverage
- Who We’re Looking For
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Dermatologist
- Passionate about patient care and clinical excellence
About the Area
Santa Barbara, CA is a beautiful city on the central California coast, with the Santa Ynez Mountains as a backdrop. In downtown Santa Barbara you will find Mediterranean-style white stucco buildings with red-tile roofs that reflect the city’s Spanish colonial heritage. You will also be able to shop local boutiques and dine at world-class restaurants. Come check out this amazing city and see what Santa Barbara has to offer!
About Platinum Dermatology Partners
Platinum Dermatology Partners stands as a distinguished network of over 50 brands, encompassing 120 locations across Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, and Texas, with more than 400 physicians and providers.
We empower dermatologists to focus on what they do best – delivering outstanding clinical outcomes – by providing comprehensive business support, cutting-edge resources, and a collaborative community.
Our unique partnership model preserves the individuality of each practice while offering the benefits of a larger, supportive network.
At Platinum Dermatology Partners, we're not just advancing dermatology; we're shaping its future by fostering an environment where physician leadership drives clinical decisions, and our expertise optimizes practice operations and growth.
Ready to advance your career in dermatology? Apply today and become part of a team that’s redefining exceptional skin care!
The compensation package for this position includes a guaranteed first-year base salary or Personal Net Collections, whichever is greater. This structure is designed to provide income stability during the first year while also rewarding productivity. Actual earnings may vary based on individual performance, patient volume, and other factors influencing net collections. This offer is subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the final employment agreement.
California Pay Range
$400,000—$500,000 USD
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general and cosmetic dermatology services to patients in a clinical setting. Maintain high standards of clinical excellence while contributing to the practice's reputation and patient experience.
Requirements
Must be a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Dermatologist. Candidates should be passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and clinical outcomes.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Dermatology — Physician Career Context
Platinum Dermatology Partners - Physicians holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 78/100, 6 active listings.
Of the 38 active Dermatology listings this role was benchmarked against, 11% are remote, 63% have no call, 45% require no weekends.
Dermatology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 17.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$450k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $407k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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