Plastic Surgery Section Chief & Program Leader

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Bay Pines (FL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

50–55 days paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Federal health, vision, and dental insurance

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an experienced Plastic Surgeon to serve as Chief of the Plastic Surgery section at Bay Pines VA Medical Center. The role includes providing clinical and strategic leadership, supervising medical staff, and ensuring high-quality surgical services. Ideal candidates will have a Doctor of Medicine degree, board certification in Plastic Surgery, and relevant experience. Key benefits include competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and comprehensive leave. This position requires on-site work within a supportive clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen at the time of appointment.
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license required.
• Completion of approved Plastic Surgery residency training.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for surgical services and ensure clinical, research, and education goals.
• Supervise medical staff including plastic surgeons, residents, and physician assistants.
• Participate in strategic planning and maintain a broad clinical skillset.
• Handle intermittent night and weekend calls.

Skills

Hand Surgery Skills/Experience

General Plastic Surgery Skills/Experience

Administrative Skills/Experience

Leadership Skills/Experience

Plastic Surgical Educational Experience

Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine

Board Certification in Plastic Surgery

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an experienced Plastic Surgeon to serve as Chief of the Plastic Surgery section at Bay Pines VA Medical Center. The role includes providing clinical and strategic leadership, supervising medical staff, and ensuring high-quality surgical services. Ideal candidates will have a Doctor of Medicine degree, board certification in Plastic Surgery, and relevant experience. Key benefits include competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and comprehensive leave. This position requires on-site work within a supportive clinical environment.