PHYSICIAN - Plastic Surgeon - Fargo, ND

Essentia Health CredentialedFargo, North DakotaPosted 1mo agoattending physician

~$710,000SalaryDrMarket Context

Reported by 9 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Plastic SurgeryFull-timeMonday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; 36 patient contact hours per weekA+Pay transparency

Overview

The package

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Essentia Health is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Board Certified/Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon in Fargo, ND to join an established Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery practice with a broad scope including cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, wound care collaboration, and breast reconstruction. Starting compensation is $620,000 with potential for additional bonuses, quality incentives, or production-based pay, plus relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefits package.

$710,000 SalaryDr market context available for comparison
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; 36 patient contact hours per week
Multispecialty clinic / integrated facility (Essentia Health) · Integrated multispecialty health system (clinics and hospitals) · Primarily outpatient clinic, procedure, and surgical services within a single integrated facility; outreach to outlying clinics/hospitals also available

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Posted pay vs real comps

$650k$710k$800k

Physician-reported range Reported median

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

Type: SalaryDr Market Context
Market context: $650,000 – $800,000
Structure: hybrid
Signing bonus: $0

$650k$710k$800k

Physician-reported range Reported median

This is SalaryDr Market Context computed from 9 verified physician submissions (region cohort). It is not the employer's posted pay. The employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

Essentia Health Credentialed

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Source

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Facility & Community

Fargo, North Dakota

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Facility details

Practice setting: Multispecialty clinic / integrated facility (Essentia Health)
Facility type: Integrated multispecialty health system (clinics and hospitals)
Patient population: General plastic and reconstructive surgery patients including cosmetic, wound care, hyperbaric, and breast reconstruction patients across a regional service area

Community snapshot

Peer median

$750k

73 reports · national

Active supply

1 in Fargo

Transparent pay

0/1

state roles with reviewed pay

Work-life

4.0/5

6 physician reports

Cost of living

below U.S. avg (100) · BEA Regional Price Parities

Schools

+0.3

grade levels vs U.S. avg · NAEP 2024

73 SalaryDr Plastic Surgery reports in national show a $750,000 median.

1 active Plastic Surgery roles in North Dakota, including 1 in Fargo; 0 include reviewed transparent pay.

Physicians in this comparison cohort report 4.6/5 average job satisfaction.

100% of physicians with recommendation data would choose their job again.

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What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; 36 patient contact hours per week
Patient volume: 8–16 patients per day
Inpatient / outpatient: Primarily outpatient clinic, procedure, and surgical services within a single integrated facility; outreach to outlying clinics/hospitals also available
Coverage model: Collaboration with General Surgery providers, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary care network; outreach to outlying Essentia clinics/hospitals
Admin burden: Not explicitly stated; integrated facility with robust referral base suggests moderate admin support
FTE: 1
Teaching: No
Research: No

Visa & Eligibility

Remote: No

Source & Verification

Source: Official employer source
Salary label: SalaryDr Market Context
First seen: 1 mo ago
Last verified: today
Extraction confidence: 78%

Full description

PLASTIC SURGERY

Fargo, ND

Practice Highlights

Essentia Health is seeking a highly skilled, patient-centered Plastic Surgeon to join our established and growing Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery practice in Fargo, North Dakota.

Join a collaborative team alongside General Surgery providers, experienced nursing staff, and a comprehensive multidisciplinary care network
Full-time (1.0 FTE) position
Robust referral base supported by Essentia Health's large multispecialty clinics and extensive regional primary care network
Broad scope of practice including cosmetic and medical surgery
Clinic, procedure, and surgical services conveniently located within a single integrated facility
Collaboration with dedicated Wound Care and Hyperbaric programs to expand treatment options for patients within the plastic surgery practice
Practice within a nationally accredited breast cancer program
Opportunity to participate in multidisciplinary breast reconstruction care
Anticipated schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; 36 patient contact hours per week
Average clinic volume of 8–16 patients per day
Opportunity for outreach to outlying Essentia clinic(s)/hospital(s)

Qualifications

Board Certified/Board Eligible in Plastic Surgery

Fargo, North Dakota

Experience an exceptional quality of life in one of the Midwest's fastest-growing communities.

Fargo-Moorhead metro population of more than 250,000
Thriving economy with vibrant arts, entertainment, dining, and cultural amenities
Centrally located on the North Dakota–Minnesota border
Only 3.5 hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul
Regional service area includes roughly 25 clinics and 5 hospitals
Family-friendly community with excellent schools and a low cost of living
Convenient regional airport offering direct flights to major U.S. destinations
Abundant outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, hunting, golfing, skiing, and access to hundreds of nearby lakes

Compensation & Benefits

Starting compensation: $620,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, eligible candidates may qualify for:

Relocation assistance
Comprehensive benefits package
Generous paid time off and CME support

Contact Information

Carri Prudhomme
Senior Physician & Advanced Practice Recruiter
Essentia Health
218-786-3907
Carri.Prudhomme@essentiahealth.org

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Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

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