Surgeon - Plastic Reconstructive examines, diagnoses, and surgically treats patients that have abnormal structures of the body caused by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, infection, tumors, or disease. Performs surgery to improve functions and to approximate a normal appearance. Being a Surgeon - Plastic Reconstructive reviews patient history and confirms need for surgery. Determines which instruments and method of surgery will be most successful in achieving desired outcome. Additionally, Surgeon - Plastic Reconstructive may provide medical personnel with direction concerning patient care. May provide in-service training as needed to address new technology in health care treatment. Provides charting in compliance with all laws and regulations. Requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Typically reports to the chief of surgery. Requires a license to practice. Surgeon - Plastic Reconstructive's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Posting Note:The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Phoenix Childrens is recruiting for a Pediatric Plastic Surgeon to join the Hand and Microsurgical Program. We are seeking a plastic surgeon who subspecializes in hand surgery and is CAQ certified/eligible. This is a growing program and the team has a robust clinical practice. Phoenix Children's partners with and is involved in the academic and educational advancement and training of Mayo plastic surgery residents, University of Arizona orthopedic hand surgery fellows, and University of Arizona and Creighton University medical students. This surgeon will be responsible for hand trauma call coverage. Microsurgery, including replantation and free tissue reconstruction, is required as well as participation in complex wound reconstruction. The Division of Plastic Surgery at Phoenix Childrens provides surgical treatment for the full spectrum of pediatric congenital and acquired conditions, and traumatic injuries. Plastic Surgery participates in several multi-disciplinary programs at Phoenix Children's. The Phoenix Childrens Plastic Surgery team is fellowship trained in Craniofacial Surgery, Pediatric Plastic Surgery, and Pediatric Hand Surgery.
The staff physician shall provide patient care services and will support the PCH mission of providing hope, healing and the best health care for children and their families.
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