Plastic Surgery, Assistant/Associate/Professor, Plastic Surgery Department, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine

Plastic Surgery, Assistant/Associate/Professor

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Plastic Surgery, Assistant/Associate/Professor, Plastic Surgery Department, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine.

The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, is seeking to recruit a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level with a focus on breast reconstruction and reconstructive microsurgery.

The successful candidate will have specialized training and interest in breast reconstruction, reconstructive microsurgery, and Gender Affirmation Surgery, as well as expertise across the full spectrum of plastic surgery, including complex reconstruction of the trunk, head and neck, and upper and lower extremities.

The position offers broad exposure to advanced reconstructive microsurgery, including breast microsurgery, extremity salvage, head and neck reconstruction, complex trunk and trauma cases, replantation, robotics, complex wound care, and the management of traumatic injuries such as facial fractures and burns at the State of Nevada's only Level I Trauma Center.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing academic Plastic Surgery practice with an integrated plastic surgery residency training program and a micro surgery fellowship. Responsibilities include patient care, research and teaching (didactic and bedside) for Plastic Surgery residents and fellows, trainees in other residencies, and medical students: patient care with reconstructive needs in both inpatient and outpatient care settings, and clinical and/or basic science research. Must take a plastic surgery call.

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV has been Transforming Healthcare in Southern Nevada since 2017. Our mission is to serve our patients, students, medical professionals, and community as a transformational force for improving healthcare in Nevada.

Our faculty, students, residents, and fellows have had their research published in top-tier peer-reviewed journals. With a group practice, UNLV Health provides care to more than 10,000 patients per month in its 17 primary care and specialty care clinics, and its partner hospitals.

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This position requires a MD or DO from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and completion of ACGME accredited residency program. Candidates must be board eligible or board certified, and completion of a fellowship is required. Completion of a microsurgery or reconstructive microsurgery fellowship is preferred.

Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date. Candidates must be eligible for an unrestricted Nevada medical license, Nevada pharmacy and DEA licenses, and malpractice insurance. They must also meet credentialing requirements and be able to obtain privileges at affiliated hospitals and other site locations as needed.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background screening.

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Benefits of working at UNLV include:

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

Perks & programs include:

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
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Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact View email address on click.appcast.io for support.

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Current UNLV and Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) employees must apply through Workday. Search for this position using the job requisition number R0150161.

To ensure your application is processed correctly, current UNLV and NSHE employees should apply internally through Workday. If you submit an application through the external careers site, you will be asked to reapply as an internal application, which may delay your application.

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