Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon — Microsurgeon

CommonSpirit Health; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 730,000 - 892,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, CO seeks a Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon — Microsurgeon to deliver complex breast and microsurgical reconstruction in a multidisciplinary cancer program.

You will perform advanced procedures, contribute to high-quality patient care, and collaborate with oncologists, surgeons, and other specialists in a busy, comprehensive setting. Board-certified or eligible with fellowship in microsurgery, you will lead treatment planning, document

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery completed.
• Fellowship in microsurgery completed.
• Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced breast reconstruction, including DIEP flap and implant-based procedures.
• Execute complex microsurgical reconstructions and limb salvage surgeries.
• Provide high-quality aesthetic surgery services.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary cancer care team (oncology, breast surgery, radiation oncology, orthopedics, neurosurgery).
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in line with hospital policies and quality standards.
• Engage in continuous professional development and stay current with latest surgical techniques and research.
• Participate in administrative and quality improvement initiatives to support practice growth.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

High-volume environment

Education

MD or DO degree

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery residency

Microsurgery fellowship

ABPS board certification or eligibility

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon — Microsurgeon, you will join our dynamic healthcare team at the CommonSpirit Cancer Center at St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, CO, specializing in complex breast reconstruction and microsurgical reconstruction to make a life-changing impact on our patients’ health and well-being.

Every day you will provide compassionate and expert care, conducting thorough assessments, performing complex surgical procedures, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of oncologists, surgeons, and specialists to support the holistic recovery of our patients.

To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled, board-certified or board-eligible Plastic Surgeon, possessing advanced fellowship training in microsurgery and a passion for complex reconstruction within a cancer center setting. You will demonstrate a deep commitment to patient-centered care and the capacity to thrive within a collaborative, high-volume environment dedicated to clinical excellence.

• Perform advanced breast reconstruction, including DIEP flap and implant-based procedures.
• Execute complex microsurgical reconstructions and limb salvage surgeries.
• Provide high-quality aesthetic surgery services.
• Collaborate within a comprehensive multidisciplinary cancer care team (oncology, breast surgery, radiation oncology, orthopedics, neurosurgery).
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in accordance with hospital policies and quality standards.
• Engage in continuous professional development and stay current with the latest surgical techniques and research.
• Participate in administrative and quality improvement initiatives to support the growth of the reconstructive practice.

Job Requirements

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Completed residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Completed fellowship training in microsurgery.
• Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
• Active or eligible medical license in the state of Colorado.
• Strong clinical interest in breast and complex microsurgical reconstruction.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, high-volume environment.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care.
• Physical Requirements – Medium Work – (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

Preferred

• Ability and interest to perform lymphedema surgery, head and neck reconstruction, or hand surgery.

HEC

Where You’ll Work

St. Anthony Hospital is a nationally recognized, Magnet-designated Level I Trauma Center located in Lakewood, Colorado. With over a century of service, we are a leader in advanced clinical care, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and a premier Orthopedic and Joint Care program. Situated in Lakewood and Denver, Colorado—part of the vibrant Denver metro area we offer our staff exceptional access to outdoor recreation, a strong local economy, and a high quality of life. As part of the CommonSpirit Health network, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-value care utilizing innovative technology and a multidisciplinary approach to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Pay Range

$810,832 — $810,832 /year

We are an equal opportunity employer.