Specialization:
Plastic Surgery
Job Summary:
Doctors Hospital of Augusta in partnership with Burn and Reconstructive Centers of America (Joseph M. Still Burn Centers) are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated surgeon specializing in Burn and Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Surgery to join our team in Augusta, GA. The successful candidate will provide advanced surgical care, including complex reconstructive and microsurgical procedures, with a strong emphasis on achieving optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes for all ages. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, participate in patient education, and contribute to research and innovation within the specialty.
Key Responsibilities-
Perform complex plastic and reconstructive surgeries with a focus on microvascular techniques.
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Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide pre- and post-operative care.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, coordinated patient care.
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Maintain accurate medical documentation in compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
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Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery, and long-term care planning.
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Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and advancement of surgical practices.
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Participate in clinical research, teaching, and scholarly activities as applicable.
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Uphold professional, ethical, and institutional standards of medical practice.
Qualifications & Requirements-
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
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Board certification or eligibility in Plastic Surgery
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Fellowship training in Microvascular Surgery and/or Burn Surgery required.
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Current, unrestricted medical license (or eligibility for licensure) in the state of practice
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Proven expertise in reconstructive and microsurgical procedures
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Strong commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence
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Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
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Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
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Commitment to ongoing professional development, research, and/or teaching
About Doctors Hospital of Augusta:-
Doctors Hospital is a full service, 354-bed acute care hospital serving Augusta and the surrounding area known as the CSRA (Central Savannah River Area).
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Doctors were the first and only hospital in the CSRA to offer robotic-assisted total joint replacement with the MAKO system, as well as three daVinci XI robot systems.
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Leading the way in robotic surgery, advanced orthopedic procedures, emergency care, general and vascular surgery, and women’s services, we have expert physicians our patients can rely on, who are committed to excellent outcomes in a safe environment.
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Doctors Hospital was recognized by Healthgrades as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals in Surgical Care in 2022, along with numerous Healthgrades excellence awards, demonstrating a culture of excellence and safety.
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Doctors Hospital is a Level II Trauma Center and Bariatric Center of Excellence as designated by the American College of Surgeons, accredited by the Commission on Cancer, and is certified in Primary Stroke Care, Stroke Rehab, and Total Joint Care by the Joint Commission.
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As the home of the largest burn center in the United States, the Joseph M. Still Burn Center, Doctors Hospital provides complex and comprehensive burn and wound care for more than 3,000 patients from across the country each year.
Join a community in the second largest city in Georgia! Doctors Hospital is centrally located in Augusta in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), with surrounding cities like Evans, Martinez, Grovetown, Harlem, Appling, Thomson, North Augusta, Aiken and more! The area is one of the fastest growing communities in the state of Georgia. Augusta is a rare find – a perfect mix of nature, history, diversified industry, and excellent housing value. The area also has a thriving art scene and vibrant downtown life with restaurants, shops, and bars that all add to the high quality of life. There is also year-round golf, as one would expect, with Augusta being the home to the Masters Golf Tournament each year.
The CSRA is the perfect place to live for those who love outdoor activities with family and friends. The mild climate allows for year-round outdoor activities including kayaking in the Savannah River or Augusta Canal, and swimming, boating, fishing and more in Clark’s Hill Lake (aka Strom Thurmond). Money Magazine named Evans, Georgia, as the #1 Best Place to Live in America. These amenities along with a strong public school system are a part of the many reasons you should consider Doctors Hospital for your next healthcare career.
