Plastic Surgeon

Job Opportunity

Job ID: 33463

 

Positions Location:

Lansing, MI

 

Job Description

 

General Purpose of Job:

The Plastic Microsurgeon will be responsible for the treatment and surgical needs of the patient in reconstructive surgery for consultation and restoration and repair of post orthopedic flaps, wounds, burns, post bariatric surgery, Craniofacial repair of anomalies or traumatic reconstructive needs.

Examine and diagnose patients to identify an abnormality needing treatment either medically or surgically.

May participate in the partnership between Sparrow Medical Group and Michigan Medicine Section as a Faculty member devoting 20% of time will be devoted to teaching and research.

It is expected that you will participate in the education and mentorship of residents and fellows during the course of their clinical activities and didactic teaching conferences within the department.

You may be asked to present, on occasion, at the major conferences of Plastic Surgery.

 

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader.

Devote time, attention and energy to providing professional medical services that are representative of the highest quality, compassionate medical care that can be provided to Hospital's patients.

With respect to assigned clinical responsibilities, reports to Section Chief Michigan Medical Plastic Surgery and Vice President Sparrow Medical Group (SMG) or designee.

In accordance with Physician's Employment Agreement, be available not less than the required number of hours per week for patient contact time, call coverage, and other responsibilities as assigned by Vice President SMG or designee or SMG Board.

Utilize and conform to the billing, collection and accounting systems and practices maintained by Hospital and Sparrow Health System and as designated by the SMG Board.

Supervise the medical care of those patients of Hospital who are assigned for supervision.

Refer patients requiring medically necessary care to an affiliate of Sparrow Health System, if such services are available at Sparrow Health System affiliate facility, unless (i) a patient expresses a different choice, (ii) the patient's insurer requires a different provider, or (iii) the best medical interest of the patient demands a different referral in the physician's judgment.

Supervise, evaluate and make recommendations regarding office personnel and actively participate in SMG and practice level management and operations, including, without limitation, attendance at SMG all-physician meetings, practice group meeting and other such meetings related to SMG or Physician's practice group.

Assist with the recruitment and development of additional or replacement physicians.

Perform such additional services as requested by the Section Chair of Michigan Medical or Vice President, SMG as well as those designated by the SMG Board, which are not inconsistent with the foregoing duties and other terms of Employment Agreement.

Engage in such educational programs, including teaching residents, interns and medical students as requested or directed by the Vice President, SMG as well as those designated by the SMG Board.

Complete all medical record entries within a reasonable time after patient contact and comply with additional requirements related to documentation and coding, if any, as set forth by Contract Agreement and Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws; provided that these deadlines may be extended by Hospital for reasonable time in light of unforeseeable events such as Physician's illness.

Participate in the ongoing development of Physician's practice specialty within Hospital, including assisting in connection with the development of policies, procedures and protocols and operation matters in conjunction with the SMG Board.

Assist as requested by the SMG Board or Hospital in developing, reviewing and implementing revisions to Hospital's and SMG's quality assurance, quality improvement and related programs as they relate to Physician's practice specialty.

 

Demonstrate good medical citizenship, which includes the following:

Have complete, legible, timely, and appropriately coded outpatient and inpatient charts and billing documentation.

Exhibit courteous civility in dealing with staff, patients, families, and peers.

Exhibit cooperative attitude in dealing with all aspects of Sparrow Health System.

Be constructive, creative, and proactive in dealing with issues that need to be addressed either personally or professionally.

Exhibit cooperative behavior in handling telephone messages, medication refills, call backs to patients, and other activities, as needed.

Be cognizant, knowledgeable, and compliant with Hospital and Sparrow Health System policies on Conflict of Interest and Corporate Compliance.

Demonstrate, via action, the ICARE values.

Be a member in good standing of the Sparrow Medical Staff.

Recognize the inherent duty and responsibility to assist in all aspects of patient care related to Physician's specialty and assist the SMG Board and/or Hospital's Vice President, SMG in seeing that these needs are met in accordance with the Sparrow Way principles.

Have complete, legible, timely, and appropriately coded outpatient and inpatient charts and billing documentation.

Exhibit courteous civility in dealing with staff, patients, families, and peers.

Exhibit cooperative attitude in dealing with all aspects of Sparrow Health System.

Be constructive, creative, and proactive in dealing with issues that need to be addressed either personally or professionally.

Exhibit cooperative behavior in handling telephone messages, medication refills, call backs to patients, and other activities, as needed.

Be cognizant, knowledgeable, and compliant with Hospital and Sparrow Health System policies on Conflict of Interest and Corporate Compliance.

Demonstrate, via action, the ICARE values.

Be a member in good standing of the Sparrow Medical Staff.

Recognize the inherent duty and responsibility to assist in all aspects of patient care related to Physician's specialty and assist the SMG Board and/or Hospital's Vice President, SMG in seeing that these needs are met in accordance with the Sparrow Way principles.

 

Job Requirements

 

• Board Eligible/Certified in Plastic Surgery
• Fellowship trained in Plastic Surgery
• Medical Licenses in the State of Michigan

 

Work Experience

 

• 3-5 years

 

Education

 

• MD or DO
• Graduate of an approved Plastic Surgery residency program

 

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

 

• Required:
•   Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.
•   Demonstrate Physical Dexterity
• Is able to problem solve to meet the needs of the patient
• Preferred:
•   Experience of 3-5 years in Plastic Surgery after Graduation from an approved accredited Fellowship program in Plastic Surgery.

 

The University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated full-time BC/BE microsurgeon to join their practice located in Lansing, MI. The University of Michigan Health - Sparrow delivers exceptional quality care in a diverse and family-friendly community. The University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is committed to improving access to medical care across the Mid-Michigan region.

Six physician practice - Two general plastic surgeons Two CAQ hand surgeons Two microsurgeons

Level 1 Trauma Center New program - great chance to have input on program development Located in the heart of the Great Lakes Top performer in quality initiatives EPIC EMR-inpatient and outpatient

 

Position offers:

 

• Excellent compensation and benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Relocation assistance, 401(k) with matching funds, generous CME benefits
• Malpractice insurance that includes tail coverage

 

Qualifications:

 

• Required qualifications include an M.D. or D.O., successful completion of an approved Plastic Surgery residency program, board eligible/certified in Plastic Surgery, and hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the state of Michigan.
• Evidence of clinical competence is expected.
• Qualified applicants may be considered for a faculty position with Michigan Medicine combined with a clinical appointment with Sparrow Medical Group.
• Candidates for faculty positions will satisfy the criteria to be appointed as a faculty member with demonstrated excellence in all aspects of the Michigan Medicine tripartite mission of clinical care, teaching, and research and will show exceptional promise in academic pursuits and a proven track record in research.
• Adjunct faculty positions may also be available to qualified applicants.

 

Learn more about this position by contacting:

 

• Barb Hilborn, Director, Physician & APP Recruitment
• Email:

 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

 

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

 

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