Physician - Plastic Surgeon - Marietta, GA
Wellstar Health System
Summary
Wellstar Medical Group is seeking a skilled and compassionate BC/BE Plastic Reconstructive Surgeon to join our prestigious medical team. As a Plastic Reconstructive Surgeon, you will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients who require reconstructive surgery due to congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, or disease. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing the quality of life and restoring functionality for patients through innovative surgical techniques. Kennestone is a level 1 trauma center located in Marietta, just Northwest of Atlanta and has the busiest Emergency department in the state.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients' medical histories and perform comprehensive physical examinations to determine the need for reconstructive surgery.
- Develop personalized treatment plans based on patients' specific conditions, medical history, and desired outcomes.
- Perform surgical procedures to reconstruct or repair defects in various parts of the body, including the face, hands, breasts, and extremities.
- Utilize advanced surgical techniques such as microvascular surgery, tissue expansion, and flap reconstruction to achieve optimal results.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary medical teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and ensure the best possible outcomes.
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative care, including monitoring patients' progress, managing pain, and addressing complications as needed.
- Educate patients and their families about surgical procedures, expected outcomes, and post-operative care instructions.
- Growing and sustaining a Plastic Surgery Service Line that reports to the Chief Surgical Officer of the System with a plan to establish growth metrics and a marketing plan to allow expansion of services.
Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
- Board certification in Plastic Surgery with a focus on Reconstructive Surgery.
- Current state medical license and DEA registration.
- Proven experience in performing complex reconstructive surgeries.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and continuous professional development.
Preferred Qualifications
- Fellowship training in Plastic Reconstructive Surgery.
- Experience with cutting-edge reconstructive techniques and technologies.
- Research experience and contributions to the field of Plastic Surgery.
Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
- Board certification in Plastic Surgery with a focus on Reconstructive Surgery.
- Current state medical license and DEA registration.
- Proven experience in performing complex reconstructive surgeries.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and continuous professional development.
- Fellowship training in Plastic Reconstructive Surgery.
- Experience with cutting-edge reconstructive techniques and technologies.
- Research experience and contributions to the field of Plastic Surgery.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
- Short-term & long-term disability
- Life insurance
- 403(b) with employer match
- CME allowance
- Extended illness bank
- Paid time off
- Concierge service
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Onsite fitness centers
- Wellness rooms
Company overview
Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia's largest and most comprehensive integrated healthcare systems, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. As a non-profit health system, Wellstar operates with a mission to enhance the health and well-being of every person it serves through its PeopleCare approach. The system employs approximately 29,469 to 33,000 team members across multiple hospitals, health parks, medical offices, outpatient centers, pediatric centers, nursing facilities, and hospice and home care services. Wellstar is nationally recognized for operating Georgia's largest integrated trauma network and features the second-largest Emergency Department in the United States. The organization provides more than $1 billion annually in charity care and community programs, demonstrating its commitment to community health. Wellstar has earned numerous accolades including recognition on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, Best Workplaces in Health Care, and PEOPLE Companies that Care lists. The system embraces innovation through its venture firm Catalyst by Wellstar, which nurtures early-stage healthcare companies, and maintains academic partnerships with institutions like the Medical College of Georgia for caregiver training. With specialties spanning cardiovascular care, oncology, women's health, pediatrics, musculoskeletal services, and numerous other medical disciplines, Wellstar delivers comprehensive healthcare across all stages of life.