Assistant/Associate Professor - Plastic Surgery | Bridgeport Hospital
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Job description

The Division of Plastic Surgery, in the Department of Surgery at Yale University, is seeking a colleague at the level of Assistant/Associate Professor who wishes to focus his/her practice on breast reconstruction and general reconstruction disciplines.
This position is an opportunity to join a growing faculty at Bridgeport Hospital and build a robust practice in a thriving community in Connecticut.
Yale Medicine has a wide referral network of primary and specialty care physicians. We are seeking candidates with an academic orientation in clinical care, clinical research, and education. Candidates will have exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to make contributions to the field of Plastic Surgery. In addition to program planning and development, candidates should also have a background in quality assurance, educational, and operational development.
Our programs, centers, and specialties include:
- Yale Airway and Sleep Disorders Program
- Yale Breast Reconstruction Program
- Yale Cosmetic Surgery Center
- Yale Craniofacial Program
- Yale Hand and Microsurgery Program
- Yale Maxillofacial and Orthognathic Surgery Program
- Yale Melanoma and Skin Cancer
As faculty of the Yale School of Medicine Department of Surgery, our surgeons are internationally recognized for excellence in the most complex and delicate of operations, such as the reconstruction of a child’s face and head, the reconstruction of a hand after an injury, the realignment of facial features, and the aesthetic enhancement of the face and body.
We believe that everyone deserves a chance at a better life. Our surgeons at Yale Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery bring their passion and renowned medical treatment across borders and economic boundaries by traveling to developing countries worldwide. We have been able to help those suffering from congenital, traumatic, and cancer-induced deformities by offering free reconstructive surgical care for those who cannot afford treatment.
Why Choose Yale School of Medicine:
Excellent work environment – a supportive group of highly regarded faculty who are dedicated to improving the lives of their patients and strive to bring the most effective, safest and current surgical techniques.
Career Advancement – Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system!
Benefits – In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, mortgage program, commuter benefits, Yale home buying program, college tuition benefit plan, and advantage discount program (discounts for activities, travel, services, shopping, and more).
About New Haven: New Haven is a city of innovation and culture, situated between Boston and New York on Long Island Sound. It boasts museums, theaters, music, sports, and award-winning restaurants, alongside a mix of boutique shops and national brands. With quaint neighborhoods and vibrant downtown, the city offers various living options. New Haven is easily accessible by plane, train, and car, and is walkable or bike-friendly, with a free shuttle service from Yale.
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
Exceptional collaborative interpersonal skills, along with the commitment to making important contributions to the field of plastic surgery
Board eligibility/certification required in General Surgery and Plastic Surgery
Interest in contributing to residency education as well as research
Ideally, the candidate would have completed a fellowship in plastic surgery subspeciality
Licensure:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or foreign equivalent
Fellowship training plastic surgery subspeciality.