Open Rank-Clinical Faculty in Plastic Surgery

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Vacation and sick leave

Tuition waiver

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Augusta, GA, is seeking an Open Rank-Clinical Faculty member in Plastic Surgery. This full-time role involves clinical practice development, enhancing the Plastic Surgery Program, and teaching residents. The ideal candidate will have a doctorate degree and be board-certified in plastic surgery with experience in an academic center. Comprehensive benefits and competitive salary are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 0-5 years of experience in plastic surgery.
• Ability to achieve credentials at Wellstar MCG Health.
• Experience in an academic medical center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical practice in Plastic Surgery.
• Enhance the Plastic Surgery Program.
• Teach and mentor residents in plastic surgery.
• Participate in call schedule for Plastic Surgery.
• Teach residents and medical students, guiding research and career development.

Skills

Board certification in plastic surgery

Ability to collaborate

Teaching abilities

Education

Doctorate degree (MD or DO)

Job description

Overview

Open Rank-Clinical Faculty in Plastic Surgery

Job ID: 287280
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time

The Medical College of Georgia Department of Surgery at Augusta University is seeking a full-time faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor, to serve in the division of Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery. This individual will work at our new Columbia County Hospital, located 5 miles from the main Wellstar MCG Health campus. The newly constructed Columbia County hospital sits along Gateway Boulevard in Grovetown, will be approximately six floors that will span about 250,000 square feet. The Columbia County hospital will feature 100 beds, level II trauma center, surgical platform that will include operating rooms, cath labs, interventional radiology and endoscopy, and a 90,000 square-foot medical office building that will include primary care, women\'s health and surgical sub-specialties. Qualified candidates should be board-certified in plastic surgery with a minimum of 0-3 years of experience. We seek a dynamic surgeon and educator willing to be part of a growing division in an academic institution. This qualified candidate will be able to work collaboratively with other services in our Health System such as Surgical Oncology, Orthopedics, Otolaryngology, and Trauma. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical practice in the field of Plastic Surgery.
• Enhance the Plastic Surgery Program, increase clinic visits and increase surgical volumes related to plastic surgery.
• Work with colleagues in Orthopedic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Dermatology and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Participate in the call schedule with the Divisions of Plastic Surgery.
• Teach and educate general surgery, otolaryngology and OMFS residents about plastic surgery. Teach medical students\' broad educational components about surgery and wound care. Mentor students and residents applying to Plastic Surgery Residency positions through research, collaboration and connectivity.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (MD or DO) or equivalent. Should be board-certified or board-eligible in plastic surgery with a minimum of 0-5 years of experience. Must be able to get credentials in Plastic Surgery at Wellstar MCG Health.
• Assistant Professor - Early level career as a faculty member with appropriate post graduate training.
• Associate Professor - Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.
• Professor - Senior level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.
• Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:
  • Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;
  • Evidence of ability as a teacher;
  • Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
  • Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
  • Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in an academic medical center preferred.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.

• Assistant Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
• Associate Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
• Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments).

For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Website.

Location

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Conditions of Employment

• All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
• If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
• For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at the online portal. Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.

Other Information

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Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.