Plastic Surgeon, Open Rank - Assistant, Associate

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

5d•$325,000 - $410,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Section of Pediatric Plastic Surgery in Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (Anschutz Medical Campus) is recruiting a Plastic Surgeon for a split adult 0.5 FTE and pediatric 0.5 FTE available at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor. Candidates must have completed an ACGME accredited Plastic Surgery residency program and pediatric and craniofacial surgery fellowship and be eligible for certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. The position will primarily focus on pediatric general plastic, microtia reconstruction, vascular anomalies, cleft, and craniofacial surgery and will involve care of patients at the Children’s Hospital Colorado Network of Care on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora and Children’s Hospital Colorado in Colorado Springs. The adult component will focus on adult craniofacial surgery including facial trauma, facial feminization, and building an adult craniofacial practice. The candidate must also demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills and have interest in pediatric plastic surgery research.

Requirements

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
Assistant Professor: Medical Degree from an accredited school of medicine
Eligibility for Board Certification in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Demonstrated experience/training in microsurgical techniques
Demonstrated proficiency in plastic & reconstructive clinical, education and research efforts
Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges
Associate Professor: Board Certification in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
5+ years proficiency in plastic & reconstructive clinical, education and research efforts
Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Interest and experience in microtia reconstruction
Interest in vascular anomalies
Clinical or basic science research experience

Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive pediatric plastic and craniofacial surgical care including pediatric general plastic surgery, microtia reconstruction, vascular anomalies, cleft, and craniofacial procedures).
Provide adult craniofacial surgical services with an emphasis on facial trauma, facial feminization, and the development and growth of an adult craniofacial practice.
Maintain high-quality perioperative and longitudinal patient management by conducting thorough evaluations, developing evidence-based treatment plans, and coordinating multidisciplinary care across referring providers and hospital partners.
Contribute to academic missions through research and scholarship, with a focus on pediatric plastic surgery research activities, outcomes evaluation, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills by partnering effectively with faculty, trainees, APPs, and staff, and supporting a patient-centered clinical environment.