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The Air Force has a tremendous variety of career fields available to officers —each with unique challenges and rewards. If you know exactly what you're looking for, use the keyword search for a list of job titles and descriptions. Or, if you're interested in seeing what the Air Force has to offer, browse the different career fields in the pull-down menu.
Dermatologist
Duties and Responsibilities
The Dermatologist examines, diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin - preparing and reviewing case histories and clinical records. Responsibilities include examining patients, performing biopsies and other diagnostic techniques of dermatology, interpreting test results and evaluating examination findings before prescribing treatments, including x-ray therapy, physical therapy and medication.
Dermatologists manage dermatological services - formulating plans and procedures for dermatological services, scheduling the operation of diagnostic and treatment facilities, and assigning nurses, physical therapists, x-ray therapists and other medical technicians. They advise on the types and quantity of dermatological supplies and equipment, coordinate dermatological services with other medical activities, and instruct interns and residents in methods and procedures for diagnosis and treatment of dermatological diseases.
Civilian Opportunities
Dermatologist
Duties and Responsibilities
A civilian dermatologist's duties and responsibilities are similar to those of their military counterparts. In the civilian medical community, dermatologist's duties and responsibilities depend upon where they decide to work. They may work in managed care, private practice or academic medicine.
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