Plastic Surgeon

Mohawk Valley Health System; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Valley Health System in Utica, NY, seeks a physician to provide direct medical evaluation and care across a defined specialty. Responsibilities include examinations, diagnoses, procedures, and treatment planning for a designated patient population.

The role requires completing residency, maintaining NYS licensure, and board certification or eligibility. The position emphasizes collaboration with staff and a commitment to safety, quality, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) required.
• Completion of residency and internship in a related specialty.
• Knowledge of medical standards, ethics, and patient safety.
• Ability to supervise and train clinical professionals and students.
• Knowledge of drugs and treatment regimens for specified conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care including examinations, evaluations, diagnoses and treatments.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals and treatment regimens as appropriate.
• Refers patients to specialists and care resources when needed.
• Trains and supervises medical students and residents in specialty activities.
• May manage daily operations of a medical program or unit.
• Directs patient care activities of nursing and support staff.
• Adheres to policies, quality improvement, safety and infection control standards.
• Participates in health promotion and education programs.
• Performs related duties as directed.

Skills

Direct patient care

Prescribe medications

Supervise students

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.)

Residency training in specialty

Job description

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Under indirect supervision, provides and manages direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and care for patients within a recognized area of practice, or for a specified patient population

Core Job Responsibilities

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care resources as appropriate.
• Trains and supervises medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
• May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or other function.
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
• Follows established organizational, departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
• Performs related duties as directed or indicated.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) and successful completion of a residency and internship.
• Experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Current NYS Certification/Licensure
• Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty, Medical Specialty License or Certification if applicable

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Pay Range 400,000 - 500,000