Reconstructive Hand Surgeon

CommonSpirit Health; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 560,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plan

Malpractice coverage

Job summary

Pacific Central Coast Health Center’s Expert Reconstructive Hand Surgeon (plastics) role, within Dignity Health’s Surgery Center – Santa Maria, drives reconstructive hand care and regional program expansion on the Central Coast.

You will perform direct patient consultations, manage acute hand trauma, and execute microvascular and nerve reconstructions while collaborating on call coverage and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery completed.
• Fellowship training in microsurgery completed.
• Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
• Active or eligible license in the state of California.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient consultations for hand surgery.
• Manage acute hand trauma cases.
• Perform microvascular reconstructions and nerve repairs.
• Participate in collaborative call coverage and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO degree

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery residency

Fellowship in microsurgery

ABPS board certification or eligibility

CA medical license

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Expert Reconstructive Hand Surgeon (plastics), you will join Pacific Central Coast Health Center’s (PHC), a distinguished service of Dignity Health, established clinical team to drive reconstructive hand surgery care, microvascular practice, and regional program expansion along the Central Coast.

Every day you will be performing direct patient consultations, managing acute hand trauma, executing microvascular reconstructions and nerve repairs, and participating in collaborative call coverage and quality improvement initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you will showcase a proven track record in surgical excellence, advanced microsurgical and trauma reconstruction principles, interdepartmental collaboration, and a commitment to clinical quality standards.

We are offering a competitive base compensation of $560k annually (24m guarantee), with productivity and quality bonus structures that can bring total on-target earnings to $750,000+. New hires will also receive a generous sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, comprehensive medical and dental benefits and a robust retirement package alongside malpractice coverage to thrive within our collaborative coastal network.

Job Requirements

• 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 license in the state of California
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Where You'll Work

The Surgery Center – Dignity Health – Santa Maria offers a premier, multi-disciplinary surgical healing environment combining advanced technology and top-tier clinical infrastructure. It integrates with Marian Regional Medical Center, an award-winning 191-bed acute care hospital (with a licensed capacity of 286 beds and a Level II Trauma Center) known for clinical quality. You will collaborate with over 290 multi-disciplinary PHC providers across the coastal network.

Community Description

Located in the heart of California’s Central Coast, Santa Maria offers a unique blend of coastal beauty and agricultural heritage. Residents enjoy a mild Mediterranean climate, world-class vineyards, and immediate access to stunning beaches. The community features an affordable lifestyle relative to major California metros, excellent schools, and a family-friendly atmosphere, all while being perfectly positioned between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo.

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