Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Geo, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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Job Overview
As one of the oldest medical schools in the country (founded in 1819), the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improve the health and clinical care of patients. The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at University of Cincinnati College of Medicine has a storied history. Founded in 1974 by Henry W. Neale, MD, the first Chief of Plastic Surgery, we are celebrating our 50th Anniversary. W. John Kitzmiller, MD, succeeded Dr. Neale in 2004. Sonu A. Jain, MD, became Division Chief in 2024. We have both integrated and independent residency programs. The Plastic Surgery Division is seeking a full-time faculty physician to join a well-balanced and multispecialty group of providers. The Division is committed to the clinical and academic growth of its faculty.
As part of UC Health, our Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery serves a broad population and is the sole academic health system in the southwestern Ohio region, including patients from northern Kentucky, eastern Indiana, southern Ohio, and parts of West Virginia. University of Cincinnati Medical Center (UCMC) offers Quaternary Care and is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in the Tristate area. UCMC has an ABA-certified Burn Center that is under the Plastic Surgery Division. The Division is recruiting a talented Plastic, Reconstructive and Burn Surgeon to join a growing faculty in a collaborative and supportive working environment. Clinical areas to focus on include general Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery along with Burn Surgery. Other areas of Plastic Surgery can be included, depending on faculty interest.
Final faculty rank/title will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Essential Functions
The successful candidate will participate in resident education, conferences, ambulatory clinics, and in the operating room.
Minimum Requirements
- Full, unrestricted Ohio medical license.
- Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
- Completion of residency in Plastic Surgery.
Additional Qualifications Considered
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Plastic Surgery ideal.
- Fellowship training in Burn Surgery strongly preferred ideal.
- Commitment to the Division, Department and University mission of excellence in clinical care, education, and research.
- Commitment to our underserved patient population.
Additional Information
For additional information, please contact Sonu A. Jain MD FACS, Plastic Surgery Division Chief, at sonu.jain@uc.edu or via telephone at (513) 558-0570.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
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Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Geo, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Cincinnati, OH, US
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