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Hackensack Meridian Health
Nutley, New Jersey

Dermatologist

DermatologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$365k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Overview

  • Dermatologist
  • Hackensack University Medical Center
  • Hackensack, New Jersey

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a BC/BE Dermatologist to join our team of experienced Dermatology physicians at Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, New Jersey. This is an excellent opportunity to become a member of a high-functioning and expanding team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical and strong communication skills with a commitment to outstanding patient care.

Opportunity Highlights

Join a valued and successful team of Dermatology physicians with extensive experience in managing complex medical dermatologic conditions.

Access to state-of-the-art cosmetic laser facilities.

Primary practice location in a new, multispeciality practice in Clifton, NJ adjacent to the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine

  • Ability to work with Dermatology residents, students and other trainees.
  • Eligibility for a faculty appointment to the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
  • Highly competitive compensation package, including a robust benefits package.

Requirements Include

M. D./D. O. degree from a recognized Medical or Osteopathic School

  • Dermatology Board Eligible or Board Certified
  • Obtain or have the ability to obtain a New Jersey Medical License
  • Submit Cover Letter and CV for immediate consideration to:
  • Nancy Massa, Physician Recruiter
  • Email: Nancy.Massa@hmhn.org
  • Phone: 732-890-9339 (Call or Text)

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The minimum base salary for this position is $364,513. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting base salary is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted base salary based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

  • Specialization: Area of specialization and sub-specialization.
  • Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
  • Experience: Years of relevant experience in the areas of specialization and sub-specialization.

Leadership: Relevant experience as a department chair or chief, practice group leader, or other leadership roles.

Education and Certifications: Degrees attained, residencies, fellowships, board certifications, research, and publications.

  • Productivity: Levels of productivity, quality and patient satisfaction.
  • Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
  • Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the specialty and/or sub-specialty.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Posting Disclosure

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting base salary is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted base salary based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Specialization: Area of specialization and sub-specialization. Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant experience in the areas of specialization and sub-specialization. Leadership: Relevant experience as a department chair or chief, practice group leader, or other leadership roles. Education and Certifications: Degrees attained, residencies, fellowships, board certifications, research, and publications. Productivity: Levels of productivity, quality and patient satisfaction. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the specialty and/or sub-specialty. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.

Key Responsibilities

The Dermatologist will provide high-quality medical dermatologic care and manage complex skin conditions at Hackensack University Medical Center. The role also involves working with residents, students, and trainees, with potential for a faculty appointment at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an M.D. or D.O. degree and be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Dermatology. Applicants must also possess or be eligible to obtain a New Jersey medical license.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical skillsCosmetic laser proceduresMedical dermatologyTeachingMentorship

Dermatology — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Dermatology listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 63% have no call, 53% require no weekends.

Dermatology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$365k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $335k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Nutley

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$676k
Typical market rent
$2,213/mo
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Edison, New Jersey
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Tuition Reimbursement
Retirement Benefits