Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Dermatology Experience Required)

Nurse PractitionerFull-Time Full Practice Authority

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Job Description

Opportunity Frontier Dermatology is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Clinician – Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our growing organization in our Astoria, OR location. Must have a minimum of 2 years post-training dermatology clinic experience.

This opportunity would be expected to begin in Fall 2027. Location Astoria offers a distinctive coastal lifestyle, blending historic charm, a vibrant arts and food scene, and exceptional access to the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Situated along the Columbia River near the Pacific Ocean, Astoria is known for its picturesque waterfront, historic architecture, and welcoming community.

Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life with abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, including beachcombing, hiking, fishing, boating, and exploring the nearby Oregon Coast.

The city features locally owned restaurants, breweries, shops, galleries, and cultural attractions, while its scenic setting provides a unique backdrop for everyday living. Why Frontier Dermatology?

Physician-Owned, Physician-Led Practice: 100% physician-owned and led, with a Medical Advisory Board shaping our policies and practices. Hybrid Practice Model: Enjoy the best of private practice and academics.

Comprehensive Services: From general dermatology to pediatric dermatology, dermatopathology, Mohs surgery, cosmetic dermatology, and a busy clinical research division. Opportunities to Teach: ACGME-accredited residency and Mohs fellowship programs, with academic appointments at the University of Washington.

Cutting-Edge Collaboration: Monthly Grand Rounds, journal clubs, and a HIPAA-compliant app for sharing clinical cases. Frontier Dermatology’s providers are leaders in their field, earning regional and national recognition for top-tier care, proven patient outcomes, and cutting-edge research.

Our in-house, CAP/CLIA-certified labs, and separate practice administration company ensure physicians can focus on what matters most—delivering outstanding patient care. Step into a rewarding career with us and make an impact in a thriving, innovative dermatology practice. Comprehensive

Benefits

Highly Competitive

Compensation

Structure Sign On Bonus Relocation Allowance Medical, Dental, Vision PPO, HSA & FSA Options 401K with Match Paid Life Insurance 8 Holidays Observed Annually Personal Days CME Days & Allowance Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity Frontier Dermatology (FD) is committed to Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and job advancement opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive dermatological care including general, pediatric, and cosmetic services within a physician-led practice. Participate in clinical research and contribute to an academic environment through teaching and collaboration.

Requirements

Must be a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with a minimum of 2 years of post-training dermatology clinic experience. Candidates must be prepared to work in the Astoria, OR location starting in Fall 2027.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical documentation

Dermatology — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 52% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

What does the Nurse Practitioner market look like in Oregon?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedNurse Practitioner median $141k (middle half $130k–$162k)278 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingOregon index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dermatology listings in Oregon15 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All nurse practitioner listings in Oregon303 active15,639 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 38% remote · 52% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusOregon nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 12% offer loan repayment303 active listings, Nov 2026
Dermatology NP hiring demandnot ranked this monthpostings stay open a median 30 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 59 postings, 101 closed
New Dermatology NP listings63 in the last 30 days48 the 30 days before (+31%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Nurse Practitioner pay trend (all specialties)+2.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Oregon figures use all nurse practitioners: too few Oregon Dermatology postings state pay.

Top Nurse Practitioner Jobs

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

29 jobs · 26 employers
16
<$180k
4
$180k-220k
5
$220k-260k
4
$260k-300k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

25 jobs
401k / retirement match
80% this job
Sign-on bonus
32% this job
CME allowance
32% this job
Loan repayment
16%
PSLF eligible
12%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.4this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Dermatology (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 126 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Frontier Dermatology Provider Careers

Hospitals and Health Care
Seattle, WA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
Relocation Allowance
Medical, Dental, Vision PPO
HSA & FSA Options
401K with Match
Paid Life Insurance
8 Holidays Observed Annually
Personal Days

Living in Astoria

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$498k
Typical market rent
$1,648/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

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

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