The position is for a full-time academic plastic surgeon with subspecialty focus in microsurgery and other adult plastic surgery areas. The role involves patient care, teaching residents and students, and participating in research at Loma Linda University Medical Group, with a starting base salary range of $350,000 to $450,000, excluding variable compensation.
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The Department of Plastic Surgery at Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group in Southern California is seeking board eligible/board certified plastic surgeons to join our group due to unprecedented growth in our region.
A qualified candidate will be ABPS board-certified or board-eligible, having completed residency training in an accredited plastic surgery training program. We have opportunities for surgeons interested in multiple adult subspecialty areas including microsurgery for breast and limb reconstruction, as well as aesthetic and body contouring procedures, and complex wound care. Additional subspecialty fellowship training in breast microsurgery, or microsurgery is anticipated. We are looking for someone with excellent clinical skills and an interest in research and innovation, along with an interest in teaching. The surgeon will be a full-time faculty member of our Faculty Medical Group, contributing to the education of both our integrated plastic surgery residents and medical students, and may perform the full spectrum of our specialty.
The plastic surgery residency program at Loma Linda University was one of the five original integrated residency programs approved in 1995. It has enjoyed continuous accreditation since inception.
Compensation and academic title are commensurate with experience and includes a generous package of benefits.
Employment Opportunity Details:
Please send curriculum vitae and a letter of interest to:
Subhas Gupta, MD, CM, PhD, FRCSC, FACS
Chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery
Professor of the Reginald R. Sherrill Endowed Chair in Plastic Surgery
E-mail: sgupta@llu.edu
About the area
Loma Linda, recognized as the only Blue Zone in the nation, is a family-friendly community known for its strong sense of community and commitment to health and wellness. Loma Linda University is located in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs in an area known as the Inland Empire. Nestled at the foot of the San Bernardino mountains, we have convenient access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and a variety of other outdoor activities. This growing region has a low cost of living and excellent private and public school systems. Faculty members are eligible for federal student loan forgiveness programs.
Compensation & Benefits
The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $350,000 – $450,000. This amount does not include variable compensation or extra productivity and is subject to the individual department compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process.
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We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date.
This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 waiver.
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