Craniofacial and Plastic Surgeon

Gillette Children's is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Full Time Craniofacial and Plastic Surgeon to join our team.

A successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellence, leadership, and direction to interdisciplinary teams as it relates to Plastic Surgery and Craniofacial Surgery in the following areas:

• Working collaboratively within the interdisciplinary team to provide surgical services that are consistent with patient needs and with current surgical practice.
• Pre- and post-operative care.
• Consultative clinical care for persons in Gillette Children's programs.
• Development of clinical criteria to be used in the monitoring and evaluation of the quality and appropriateness of surgical care provided.
• Consulting with physicians who provide primary care to our patients, to maximize a person’s health care and coordinate that care with care provided at Gillette.
• Administrative, research and education responsibilities within the Craniofacial section.
• Continue education to maintain competency in areas of expertise.
• Quality improvement and safety initiatives.
• Education of Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare residents, medical students, and fellows by providing seminars and teaching.
• An interest in growing the influence of Gillette’s Craniofacial surgery regionally and on the national stage.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a passion for making a difference in the lives of patients, enjoys working with a strong team focused on helping patients improve their health and live their lives more independently and brings energy to the workplace while having the ability to have work life balance. 

Qualifications:

Required:

• Board Certified/Board Eligible with the American Board of Plastic Surgery
• Completion a minimum one-year Pediatric Craniofacial fellowship 
• Meets the qualifications to practice medicine in the State of Minnesota, including DEA license
• Current certification in CPR (BLS for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association) or must obtain certification within 90 days of hire
• Clinical proficiency in area of medical specialty
• Demonstrated expertise in the management of patients with complex chronic conditions
• Demonstrated ability to build the trust and respect of patients, staff, colleagues, and external contacts
• Ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment
• Active member of the medical staff of Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare

Gillette Children’s is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse team, as we know that the diverse experiences of our employees make Gillette a stronger and better organization. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment where all patients, families and staff are welcomed and valued. We believe diverse perspectives and identities foster excellence, improve patient care and are essential for Gillette to fulfill its mission. Our team members collaborate to help patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.

Gillette Children's is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.

Gillette Children’s is a global beacon of care for patients with brain, bone and movement conditions that start in childhood. Our research, treatment and supportive technologies enable every child to lead a full life defined by their dreams, not their diagnoses.