Surgical Physician Assistant

At Anne Arundel Dermatology we give exceptional care - to our patients and to each other. 

Patient First | Caring | Accountability | Trust | One Team | Growth

High-Volume Surgical Environment | Collaborative Team Setting | Strong Work-Life Balance

Anne Arundel Dermatology is a premier physician-led Dermatology practice serving communities across 7 states for more than 50 years. We are proud to offer world-class care with a patient-first philosophy.

Knoxville Dermatology Group, in affiliation with Anne Arundel Dermatology, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our surgical dermatology team in Knoxville, Tennessee. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position, open to both experienced providers and new graduates interested in surgical dermatology.

The Surgical Physician Assistant works closely with and assists the Mohs Surgeon in a high-volume surgical dermatology setting. This role involves supporting a wide range of diagnostic and procedural activities, often with a high level of autonomy.

• Assist the Mohs Surgeon with surgical procedures, including preparation, local anesthesia, and intraoperative support
• Perform or assist with wound closures, including suturing and basic reconstructive techniques
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient care, including education and follow-up
• Carry out or assist with dermatologic diagnostic and treatment procedures
• Support efficient surgical workflow and patient throughput in a fast-paced environment
• Supervise and collaborate with clinical support staff to ensure high-quality patient care
• Serve as a patient advocate, educator, and liaison throughout the surgical process

For more information, please send your CV to: James Wescott at JWescott@aadermatology.com 

• Clinical provider with a strong interest in surgical dermatology and Mohs procedures
• Comfortable with basic surgical techniques and patient care; prior experience preferred
• Interest in developing advanced surgical and procedural skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced setting
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work independently when appropriate
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both patients and team members
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

• Current Board Certification as NP or PA

• Active and unrestricted Tennessee medical license (or ability to obtain)

• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration