Plastic Surgeon
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Overview

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is adding a Plastic Surgeon to the group at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem. The Hospital is part of the NYC Health + Hospitals. Harlem Hospital is a designated Level 1 Trauma Center and is recognized for providing centers of excellence in the areas of Bariatric Surgery, Breast Imaging and Sexual Assault Forensics. Our teams provide services for nearly 213,000 outpatient visits, more than 83,000 emergency room visits and over 13,000 inpatient admissions annually. The hospital maintains a strong academic affiliation with Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. To maintain its high healthcare delivery standards.

The Mission of NYC Health + Hospitals is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay, comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their Values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and has established the ICARE standards for all staff.

NYC Health + Hospitals is the nation's largest municipal health care delivery system in the United States. Dedicated to providing the highest quality health care services to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity and respect, and regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.

The primary function is to provide comprehensive, compassionate quality care to the patients of Health and Hospitals/Harlem. Under supervision of the Department Chairperson with broad latitude for independent judgement and initiative, the Staff Physician is an integral part of the medical team at the facility. They are expected to take a leading role in the delivery of health care services to patients in addition to being responsible for the supervision of the advanced practice practitioner staff.

Responsibilities

The position work collaboratively and alongside other physicians and management of all plastic surgery patients in the Department.

• Develop personalized treatment plans based on patients' goals and medical conditions.
• Perform surgical procedures, including facelifts, breast augmentations, liposuction, rhinoplasty, reconstructive surgeries, hand surgery, burn care and other reconstructive procedures.
• Use advanced surgical techniques and tools to achieve optimal results and minimize risks.
• Provide post-operative care, including monitoring patients' recovery, prescribing medication, and addressing any complications or concerns.
• Educate patients about each procedure and risks, benefits, and potential outcomes.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as anesthesiologists and nurses, during surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records of all patients interactions, treatments, and outcomes.
• Adhere to ethical standards and follow all applicable laws and regulations in plastic surgery.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree(MD or DO)
• Completion of a residency program in plastic surgery accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)
• Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS)
• Valid medical License to practice as a plastic surgeon

Exceptional Benefits Include:

• Competitive compensation package
• 10% 401K company contribution after one year of service
• Columbia University academic appointment
• Clinical research opportunities
• Choice of a three-tiered nearly FREE medical plan
• Excellent dental insurance including orthodontics coverage
• Generous paid time off program
• CME days and dollars
• Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center
• Visa candidates are considered
• Malpractice Provided
• Annual Salary: Board Eligible: $205,680 Board Certified:$209,760

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY), a tax-exempt organization affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals, is one of the largest physician groups in New York State and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who serve seven of New York City's public hospitals, numerous public health community-based practices, and the city's Correctional Health Service.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (“PAGNY”) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

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The annual base salary listed complies with the New York City law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The annual base salary listed is for full-time employment and does not include bonuses/incentive compensation or benefits. Total compensation depends on many factors, including experience, specialties, historical productivity, and historical collections. Actual total compensation may differ.