Occupations · Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Dermatologists

Diagnose and treat diseases relating to the skin, hair, and nails. May perform both medical and dermatological surgery functions.

O*NET 30.3 Database (USDOL/ETA) · occupation code 29-1213.00

10,080people employed, United States

▲ 6.4%projected change, 2024→2034

400openings a year, incl. replacements

Typical education to enter: Doctoral or professional degree · BLS Employment Projections 2024–34

What people in this job actually do

Ordered by how important the work is rated.

Conduct complete skin examinations.
Diagnose and treat pigmented lesions such as common acquired nevi, congenital nevi, dysplastic nevi, Spitz nevi, blue nevi, or melanoma.
Perform incisional biopsies to diagnose melanoma.
Perform skin surgery to improve appearance, make early diagnoses, or control diseases such as skin cancer.
Counsel patients on topics such as the need for annual dermatologic screenings, sun protection, skin cancer awareness, or skin and lymph node self-examinations.
Diagnose and treat skin conditions such as acne, dandruff, athlete's foot, moles, psoriasis, or skin cancer.
Record patients' health histories.
Recommend diagnostic tests based on patients' histories and physical examination findings.
Prescribe hormonal agents or topical treatments such as contraceptives, spironolactone, antiandrogens, oral corticosteroids, retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, or antibiotics.
Conduct or order diagnostic tests such as chest radiographs (x-rays), microbiologic tests, or endocrinologic tests.
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in dermatology.
Provide dermatologic consultation to other health professionals.

O*NET 30.3 task ratings, importance scale

Skills that matter most

Importance, rated 1 to 5.

Critical Thinking4.1

Active Listening4.0

Reading Comprehension3.9

Speaking3.9

Active Learning3.8

Science3.6

Writing3.5

Monitoring3.5

Learning Strategies3.1

Mathematics2.2

O*NET 30.3 skills, importance scale

Software and tools

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Cisco Webex●Microsoft Excel●Microsoft Office software●Microsoft Word●Zoom●eClinicalWorks EHR software●Allscripts PMAutomatic Data Processing AdvancedMD EHRBenchmark Systems Benchmark Clinical EHRBizmatics PrognoCIS EMRCalendar softwareCareCloud CentralCerner PowerWorks Practice ManagementEmail softwareEncite Dermatology Electronic Health Records EHR SoftwareEpic Practice ManagementGE Healthcare Centricity Practice SolutionGalacTek ECLIPSEGreenway Medical Technologies PrimeSUITEHealthFusion MediTouchIOS Health Systems Medios EHRKareo Practice ManagementMcKesson Practice PlusModernizing Medicine Practice ManagementNexTech EMR & PMNextGen Healthcare NextGen Practice ManagementNuesoft Technologies NueMDVitera Healthcare Solutions Vitera Intergy

O*NET 30.3 software skills · hot-technology flag

What this work is actually like

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5 / 5Extensive preparation — graduate school, and often a licence on top.

O*NET 30.3 Job Zones

Working conditions that stand out

Exposed to Disease or Infections+2.8 above average

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets+1.8 above average

Deal With External Customers or the Public in General+1.4 above average

Health and Safety of Other Workers+1.4 above average

Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions−1.3 below average

Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures−1.3 below average

Written Letters and Memos+1.3 above average

O*NET 30.3 work context, frequency scale · observed 2021-08

How people actually get in

Share of workers by the education they hold.

Doctoral Degree56%

Post-Doctoral Training31%

Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)6%

Master's Degree5%

O*NET 30.2 education, training and experience · observed 2021-08

What kind of person the work suits

Occupational interest profile, rated 1 to 7.

Investigative6.4

Realistic4.8

Social4.7

O*NET 30.2 occupational interests (RIASEC)

What you take with you

Skills rated for how well they transfer into other occupations.

Service Orientation4.0

Social Perceptiveness3.9

Judgment and Decision Making3.8

Complex Problem Solving3.5

Coordination3.2

Persuasion3.2

Instructing3.2

Negotiation3.1

O*NET 30.3 transferable skills, importance scale

Knowledge the work draws on

Medicine and DentistryCustomer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageAdministration and ManagementEducation and TrainingBiology

Abilities it leans on

Oral ExpressionProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningOral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningWritten Comprehension

O*NET 30.3 abilities and knowledge, importance scale

How this job is advertised

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DoctorMohs SurgeonDermatologistDermatopathologistMD (Medical Doctor)Medical DermatologistGeneral DermatologistDermatology PhysicianDermatological SurgeonClinical DermatologistPediatric DermatologistDermatologist PhysicianProcedural DermatologistPracticing Dermatologist

O*NET 30.3 job titles reported for this occupation

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What changed since 2020

Comparing O*NET release 25.1 (2020-11-01) with 30.3 (2026-05-01). Signs, not colour alone, carry the meaning.

Now listed 6

+Calendar software+Microsoft Office software+Cisco Webex+Microsoft Excel+Zoom+eClinicalWorks EHR software

No longer listed 1

−eClinicalWorks Practice Management

Diff across the O*NET releases held here in full since October 2015, following occupations through merges and retirements. O*NET re-surveys occupations on a rolling cycle, so “no change” can also mean “not re-surveyed”.

O*NET 30.3 related occupations

Also called

DoctorPhysicianMohs SurgeonDermatologistMedical Doctor MDDermatopathologistMD (Medical Doctor)Medical DermatologistDermatology PhysicianGeneral DermatologistClinical DermatologistDermatological Surgeon

O*NET 30.3 alternative titles

The same work in Europe

ESCO occupation	ISCO	Match
specialised doctor	2212.1	broader

Official ESCO ↔ O*NET crosswalk (ESCO Secretariat with USDOL/ETA)

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