Locum Tenens Plastic Surgeon Needed: Provide Vital Care near Kalamazoo, Michigan (j-232289)

Are you a board-certified plastic surgeon seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity to contribute to a vital specialty service in a thriving community near Kalamazoo, Michigan? Our healthcare team is actively searching for a skilled and experienced physician to join our on-call group and provide essential plastic surgery support to patients at a Level II trauma center. This unique role offers the chance to make a real difference in acute care situations, focusing on adult patients with facial trauma and other surgical needs.

What this Rewarding Opportunity Offers:

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  Impactful Role in Acute Care: Utilize your plastic surgery expertise to provide timely and critical care for adult patients experiencing facial trauma and other surgical conditions within a Level II trauma center.

  
  


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  Commitment to Patient Care:
  Become part of a dedicated on-call group, ensuring continuity of care for patients requiring plastic surgery intervention.

  
  


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  Predictable Schedule:
  Maintain a flexible schedule with one dedicated week of on-call coverage per month. Enjoy the remainder of the month for personal pursuits or other professional commitments.

  
  


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  Collaboration with a Supportive Team:
  Work alongside a team of skilled professionals, including a full ancillary staff, to deliver optimal patient outcomes.

  
  


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  Key Responsibilities:

  
  
  
  
  • Respond promptly to on-call situations, providing timely consultations and interventions for adult patients with facial trauma and other surgical needs.
  
  
  • Perform a variety of plastic surgery procedures, including facial laceration repairs, scar revisions, skin grafts, flaps, facial reconstruction for facial fractures, and all trauma-related oral surgery cases.
  
  
  • Collaborate effectively with the on-call team, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care during on-call periods.
  
  
  • Document patient care accurately and efficiently within the facility's electronic medical records system.
  
  
  
  


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  Qualifications for Success:

  
  
  
  
  • Current board certification by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is mandatory.
  
  
  • Valid and active medical license in the state of Michigan (or willingness to obtain one) is required.
  
  
  • Experience performing a variety of plastic surgery procedures, including facial laceration repairs, scar revisions, skin grafts, flaps, facial reconstruction for facial fractures, and all trauma-related oral surgery cases is essential.
  
  
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, colleagues, and staff.
  
  
  • The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment is crucial.
  
  
  • Ability to remain calm and make critical decisions in fast-paced, acute care situations.
  
  
  
  

This is a remarkable opportunity for a motivated and experienced plastic surgeon to contribute to patient care in a dynamic trauma setting near Kalamazoo, Michigan. If you're passionate about plastic surgery, enjoy the challenge of acute care, and want to make a difference through a flexible locum tenens schedule, we encourage you to submit your CV today!

Please note: Due to the ongoing need for plastic surgery support, applications will be reviewed promptly. Don't miss this chance to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients we look forward to hearing from you!