Dermatologists
SOC Code: 29-1213 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Diagnose and treat diseases relating to the skin, hair, and nails. May perform both medical and dermatological surgery functions.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Dermatologists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $132,912 | $318,614 | $504,296 | $689,998 |
| Manchester-Nashua, NH | $203,778 | $341,931 | $480,064 | $618,218 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $142,251 | $291,200 | $440,149 | $589,098 |
| Springfield, MA | $142,251 | $291,200 | $440,149 | $589,098 |
| Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $183,290 | $317,554 | $451,797 | $586,061 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $183,331 | $316,597 | $449,883 | $583,149 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $179,816 | $313,997 | $448,157 | $582,338 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $169,728 | $306,426 | $443,144 | $579,842 |
| Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $143,562 | $285,938 | $428,334 | $570,710 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $111,862 | $262,662 | $413,442 | $564,242 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Hospital, Inc. d/b/a Guthrie Lourdes Hospital | 2 | $600,000 |
| Guthrie Medical Group, P.C. | 1 | $600,000 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | $600,000 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 4.1 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Service Orientation | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.9 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.9 | |
| Active Learning | 3.8 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.8 | |
| Science | 3.6 | |
| Monitoring | 3.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Dentistry | 4.8 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.6 |
| English Language | 4.0 |
| Administration and Management | 3.9 |
| Education and Training | 3.8 |
| Biology | 3.7 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 3.5 |
| Psychology | 3.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 56.4% |
| Other | 30.6% |
| Associate's degree | 6.1% |
| Doctoral degree | 4.7% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 1.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Refer patients to other specialists, as needed.
- Record patients' health histories.
- Provide dermatologic consultation to other health professionals.
- Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in dermatology.
- Instruct interns or residents in diagnosis and treatment of dermatological diseases.
- Conduct or order diagnostic tests such as chest radiographs (x-rays), microbiologic tests, or endocrinologic tests.
- Recommend diagnostic tests based on patients' histories and physical examination findings.
- Provide therapies such as intralesional steroids, chemical peels, or comodo removal to treat age spots, sun damage, rough skin, discolored skin, or oily skin.
Technology Skills
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