Complex Microsurgery Plastic Surgeon - Clinical Faculty

NONPF; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 350,000 - 698,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL seeks a full-time Plastic Surgeon specializing in Complex Microsurgery to join a collaborative team and contribute to both clinical and academic missions. The role spans inpatient microsurgical and reconstructive care, with expansion of microvascular reconstruction and participation in residency and fellowship programs.

The ideal candidate will have fellowship training in microsurgery, board certification or eligibility, and licensure eligibility in

Qualifications

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Plastic Surgery residency.
• Fellowship training in Microsurgery required.
• American Board of Plastic Surgery certification or eligibility.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Illinois.
• Demonstrated expertise and interest in teaching and academic development
• Commitment to inclusive excellence in clinical and academic environments
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered care in microsurgical and reconstructive procedures.
• Develop and expand a clinical focus in microvascular reconstruction.
• Contribute to the growth of reconstructive services through collaboration and innovation.
• Provide comprehensive reconstructive care of the upper and lower extremities, including traumatic and post-traumatic reconstruction, oncologic limb reconstruction, limb salvage and complex wound coverage, microsurgical free tissue transfer (as applicable), and nerve, tendon, and soft tissue reconstruction
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in education and mentorship of residents and fellows within ACGME-accredited training programs.
• Contribute to the academic mission through case conferences, lectures, and surgical instruction.
• Participate in scholarly activity and national presentations as appropriate.
• Inpatient clinical care will take place at Rush University Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital. Outpatient care will be delivered at Rush specialty clinics at Rush University Medical Center and Rush North & Harlem, with access to advanced practice provider support and multidisciplinary services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Teaching and academic development

Education

ACGME-accredited Plastic Surgery residency

Fellowship in Microsurgery

American Board of Plastic Surgery certification or eligibility

Illinois medical licensure eligibility

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL seeks a full-time Plastic Surgeon specializing in Complex Microsurgery to join a collaborative team and contribute to both clinical and academic missions. The role spans inpatient microsurgical and reconstructive care, with expansion of microvascular reconstruction and participation in residency and fellowship programs.

The ideal candidate will have fellowship training in microsurgery, board certification or eligibility, and licensure eligibility in