University of Miami
Assistant Professor of Clinical - Surgery, Plastics
University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
General Description (Purpose and Function):The Division of Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Miami, Leonard Miller School of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained surgeon to join our plastic surgery team.
We have a strong multidisciplinary group that works to provide high quality clinical care and access to cutting edge clinical trials.
The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is the only NCI-designated cancer center in South Florida and is focused on innovation in cancer care.
The candidate will work closely with the Director of Breast Surgical Oncology and other members of the breast surgery team to develop a strong breast reconstruction surgery clinical practice.Primary Duties and Responsibilities (For-exempt Employees Include Percent of Effort):Job responsibilities include participation in clinical and educational activities as they relate to the Division of Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery and the Department of Surgery with a special emphasis on breast reconstruction: Oversees outcomes, quality, and patient experience for the program Work with hospital personnel to obtain all mutually agreed upon program designations of distinction**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatments Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
duties Education Requirements (Essential Requirements):Applicants should have a strong commitment to patient care and education and an interest in clinical research.
Bachelor's degree in pre-medicine or related field, followed by 4 years in medical school and additional residency and fellowship specialty training.**Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements):**0 – 5 years post fellowship clinical experience in the field of reconstructive plastic surgery preferredThe mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit
to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We have a strong multidisciplinary group that works to provide high quality clinical care and access to cutting edge clinical trials.
The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is the only NCI-designated cancer center in South Florida and is focused on innovation in cancer care.
The candidate will work closely with the Director of Breast Surgical Oncology and other members of the breast surgery team to develop a strong breast reconstruction surgery clinical practice.Primary Duties and Responsibilities (For-exempt Employees Include Percent of Effort):Job responsibilities include participation in clinical and educational activities as they relate to the Division of Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery and the Department of Surgery with a special emphasis on breast reconstruction: Oversees outcomes, quality, and patient experience for the program Work with hospital personnel to obtain all mutually agreed upon program designations of distinction**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatments Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
duties Education Requirements (Essential Requirements):Applicants should have a strong commitment to patient care and education and an interest in clinical research.
Bachelor's degree in pre-medicine or related field, followed by 4 years in medical school and additional residency and fellowship specialty training.**Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements):**0 – 5 years post fellowship clinical experience in the field of reconstructive plastic surgery preferredThe mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit
to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr