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Lake Washington Dermatology
Kirkland, Washington

Dermatology Nurse Practitioner - Kirkland, WA

Nurse PractitionerFull-Time Full Practice Authority

Compensation

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Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Lake Washington Dermatology in Kirkland, WA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our long-established & highly regarded practice with a large & loyal patient base. Opportunity Highlights: Highly Competitive

Compensation

Enjoy a thriving practice with immediate patient volume Support Staff: 2-3 MAs trained to scribe, run prior authorizations, appropriate patient follow-up Well-appointed facilities complete with specialized equipment and procedure rooms Strong patient volumes produced through local referring physician network EMA Charting system Full-time opportunity Minimum of 2 years of direct dermatology experience About the Community: Nestled on the northeastern shores of Lake Washington, Kirkland blends small-town charm with the sophistication of a thriving tech corridor.

With its vibrant waterfront parks, art galleries, boutique shopping, and award-winning restaurants, Kirkland offers a lifestyle that balances natural beauty with urban convenience.

Just minutes from Seattle and Bellevue, it’s an ideal location for professionals seeking community, culture, and outdoor recreation — all in a scenic, walkable setting.

About North Pacific Dermatology

North Pacific Dermatology is proud to be your trusted dermatology practice. We specialize in general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Our goal is to provide quality care and service that optimizes outcomes and patient satisfaction.

We offer the most effective treatment methods and technologies available in our specialty, as well as a variety of services to enhance the appearance and improve self-image and a sense of well-being. Who is PhyNet Dermatology?

PhyNet Dermatology is a network of dermatologists, dermatopathologists and MOHS surgeons supported by experienced healthcare leaders who serve as a comprehensive practice partner to enable physicians to do what they do best: provide quality medical care and an outstanding patient experience.

Guided by a physician advisory board, with an approach that values physicians as equity partners in the growth of the organization, PhyNet has expanded by over 250+ providers and over 130+ practice locations across the country in 18 states in the last six years.

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner will provide general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology care to a loyal patient base. Responsibilities include managing patient follow-ups, performing procedures, and utilizing the EMA charting system.

Requirements

The candidate must be a qualified Nurse Practitioner capable of working in a fast-paced clinical environment. Experience in dermatology is implied by the nature of the practice and the specialized equipment used.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

General DermatologySurgical DermatologyPatient CareClinical Documentation

Dermatology — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Dermatology listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 52% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dermatology Nurse Practitioner - Kirkland, WA at Lake Washington 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 (NP) — ranked against 147 active Dermatology (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 5.4this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Dermatology (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 147 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Kirkland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.12M
Typical market rent
$2,603/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Lake Washington Dermatology

Medical Practices
Kirkland, WA
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Highly competitive compensation
Immediate patient volume
Support staff: 2-3 MAs trained to scribe
Well-appointed facilities