Plastic Reconstructive Surgeon

UK-Med; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A humanitarian assistance organization is seeking a Plastic/Reconstructive Surgeon to deliver surgical care in challenging settings. This full-time role requires relevant experience and the willingness to travel internationally for a minimum of 2 weeks. Successful candidates must have specialty training in the field and a strong commitment to humanitarian efforts. The position includes some weekend and evening work to support programme delivery. Ideal for those passionate about making a difference in humanitarian settings, apply through the online portal before December 15, 2025.

Qualifications

• Fully licensed and registered with an appropriate professional body.
• Significant experience providing surgical care in low-resource settings.
• Minimum of 3 years of humanitarian experience required for selection training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver surgical care to patients in low-resource or humanitarian settings.
• Participate in humanitarian programme delivery as needed.
• Support team members through learning and collaboration.

Skills

Practice Management

Direct Sales

Primary Care Experience

Suturing

Dermal Fillers

Experience Administering Injections

Pharmacy Residency

Outside Sales

Botox Experience

Esthetic Laser Treatment

Education

Degree in Medicine with specialty training in Plastics or Reconstructive surgery

Job description

Role

Plastic / Reconstructive Surgeon (UK-Med)

Hours

Full time with some weekend and evening working required to support humanitarian programme delivery.

Remuneration

Negotiable (dependent on experience)

Duration

Minimum of 2 weeks at a time (longer availability is highly desirable).

Location

International – any UK-Med response including Ukraine and other operations.

About the Role

We are seeking Plastic/Reconstructive Surgeons with relevant experience who are enthusiastic about extending their knowledge and skills within a humanitarian environment. You will be able to make yourself available to travel and work internationally at short notice for a minimum of 2 weeks (longer availability is highly desirable).

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver surgical care to patients with a wide range of medical conditions in low‑resource or humanitarian settings.
• Treat both adults and children.
• Participate in humanitarian programme delivery, including weekend and evening work as needed.
• Support other team members through learning and collaboration.

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully licensed and registered with an appropriate professional body.
• Degree in Medicine with specialty training in either Plastics or Reconstructive surgery.
• Significant experience providing surgical care in low‑resource or humanitarian settings and/or conflict contexts (advantageous).
• Minimum of 3 years of humanitarian experience required for selection training (if not met).
• Strong problem‑solving approach, positive and flexible.
• Language skills are an advantage.
• Commitment to learning and supporting others.

Key Skills

• Practice Management
• Direct Sales
• Primary Care Experience
• Suturing
• Dermal Fillers
• Experience Administering Injections
• Pharmacy Residency
• Outside Sales
• Botox Experience
• Esthetic Laser Treatment

How to Apply

We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack Plastic/Reconstructive Surgeon before applying.

To apply please complete the questions and submit your CV through our online jobs portal as soon as possible. Applications must be submitted no later than Monday 15th of December 2025.

Please note that this is a rolling recruitment process. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and decisions may be made at any time if a suitable candidate is identified.

Selection Process

1. Interview Stage: All applicants will go through an initial interview stage.

2. Selection Training Stage: Applicants who pass the interview stage and do not have a minimum of 3 years of humanitarian experience will be required to complete selection training.

We Look Forward to Your Application

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to fulfil their potential.

Employment Type: Full time

Vacancy: 1