Dermatologist - Independence, OH
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Job Description
Dermatologist – Independence, OH
Optima Dermatology is seeking a Board Certified / Board Eligible General Dermatologist to join our new practice in Independence, OH. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice alongside some of the region’s leading dermatologists in a patient-first, physician-led environment.
Why Optima?
At Optima Dermatology, our mission is to revolutionize skin care by creating the best possible experience for patients, providers, and staff. Our approach ensures that physicians can focus on what they do best—delivering exceptional care—while our practice support and centralized functions handle the rest. You will be equipped with the tools, support and autonomy to excel clinically and professionally.
Position Highlights
Top-tier Compensation and Benefits Packages: Competitive salary, collections structure, sign-on and 100% covered health insurance
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside leading dermatologists, Mohs Surgeons, dermatopathologists, and the Optima leadership team to help grow and build the best dermatology group in the region
Innovative Tech & Analytics: Monthly dashboards and transparency, advanced analytics to optimize workflows and patient care, and a highly efficient EMR
Talented Support Teams: A robust MA staffing model, biologics coordination, on-site practice management and comprehensive back-office resources
Join Us
Optima Dermatology is growing rapidly across multiple states. If you’re looking for a physician-led, growth-oriented group where you’ll have the support, autonomy, and resources to thrive, we’d love to connect.
Key Responsibilities
Provide exceptional general dermatology care to patients within a physician-led environment. Collaborate with Mohs surgeons and dermatopathologists to grow the regional dermatology group.
Requirements
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Dermatology. The role requires the ability to work effectively within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dermatologist - Independence, OH at Optima Dermatology a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dermatology — ranked against 335 active Dermatology listings on WeekdayDoc.
Dermatology — Physician Career Context
Of the 33 active Dermatology listings this role was benchmarked against, 15% are remote, 76% have no call, 42% require no weekends.
Dermatology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 14.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Independence
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $333k
- Median resident rent
- $1,383/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 23 min
- State income tax
- Up to 4%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.