Physician - Plastic Surgeon - Marietta, GA

Wellstar Health Systems; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Productivity incentive

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Wellstar Health Systems in Marietta, GA, seeks a skilled Plastic Reconstructive Surgeon to diagnose and treat patients needing reconstructive procedures due to congenital defects, trauma, or disease. You will lead complex surgeries with innovative techniques and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve quality of life and function.

The role emphasizes patient safety, ongoing professional development, and serving a high-volume trauma center environment at Kennestone Regional Medical

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Plastic Surgery with a focus on Reconstructive Surgery.
• Current state medical license and DEA registration.
• Proven experience in performing complex reconstructive surgeries.
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' medical histories and perform comprehensive physical examinations to determine the need for reconstructive surgery.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on patients' specific conditions, medical history, and desired outcomes.
• Perform surgical procedures to reconstruct or repair defects in the face, hands, breasts, and extremities.
• Utilize microvascular, tissue expansion, and flap reconstruction techniques to achieve optimal results.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and outcomes.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care, monitor progress, manage pain, and address complications.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient safety

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in Plastic Surgery

Active state medical license

DEA registration

Experience in complex reconstructive surgeries

Job description

NEW

Full Time

NEW Full Time How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Wellstar Medical Group is seeking a skilled and compassionate BC/BE Plastic Reconstructive Surgeon to join our prestigious medical team. As a Plastic Reconstructive Surgeon, you will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients who require reconstructive surgery due to congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, or disease. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing the quality of life and restoring functionality for patients through innovative surgical techniques. Kennestone is a level 1 trauma center located in Marietta, just Northwest of Atlanta and has the busiest Emergency department in the state.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients' medical histories and perform comprehensive physical examinations to determine the need for reconstructive surgery.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on patients' specific conditions, medical history, and desired outcomes.
• Perform surgical procedures to reconstruct or repair defects in various parts of the body, including the face, hands, breasts, and extremities.
• Utilize advanced surgical techniques such as microvascular surgery, tissue expansion, and flap reconstruction to achieve optimal results.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary medical teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and ensure the best possible outcomes.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care, including monitoring patients' progress, managing pain, and addressing complications as needed.
• Educate patients and their families about surgical procedures, expected outcomes, and post-operative care instructions.
• Growing and sustaining a Plastic Surgery Service Line that reports to the Chief Surgical Officer of the System with a plan to establish growth metrics and a marketing plan to allow expansion of services

Requirements:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Plastic Surgery with a focus on Reconstructive Surgery.
• Current state medical license and DEA registration.
• Proven experience in performing complex reconstructive surgeries.
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and continuous professional development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fellowship training in Plastic Reconstructive Surgery.
• Experience with cutting-edge reconstructive techniques and technologies.
• Research experience and contributions to the field of Plastic Surgery.

Competitive compensation package including sign-on bonus, relocation, quality incentive, and opportunity to earn productivity incentive on top of base salary.

We proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 403(b) with employer match
• CME allowance
• Extended illness bank
• Paid time off for vacation and holidays
• Concierge service, Adoption assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, onsite fitness centers and wellness rooms among many other work-life and family friendly benefits.

Join us for outstanding benefits and development opportunities. We also offer state-of-the-art technology, professional support and advancement, and colleagues that rank amongst the best in the country.

Wellstar is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any status which is protected by local, state or federal law.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Location/Region: Marietta, Georgia