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Surgery - Plastic Physician

UCHealth Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Colorado Springs, CO Full-time Surgeon

At a glance

Surgeon role at UCHealth. Colorado Springs, CO · full-time · $647,000 a year.

SalaryStated by UCHealth
$647,000
Pay for this role, in USD per year, as stated in the listing.
RoleSurgeon
LocationColorado Springs, CO
EmploymentFull-time
Pay$647,000
PostedOct 3, 2026 · 2w ago
Role brief

physicianroles summary, based on the employer's listing.

What you'll do

  • Perform breast, body contouring, limb and post-skin-cancer reconstruction for patients
  • Take part in microsurgery, including performing or assisting with DIEP flap procedures
  • Provide facial trauma coverage alongside ENT and oral surgery
  • Support breast surgery care and work with APPs on rounding, clinic, consults and operating room assistance

What you bring

  • An MD or DO degree and board certification or eligibility in Plastic Surgery
  • Fellowship training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Ability to perform DIEP flap procedures independently or assist with them

Who this fits

This full-time role suits a plastic surgeon interested in breast reconstruction, facial trauma and microsurgery; microsurgical fellowship training is not required. Practice call is 1:4, with 3-5 days of facial trauma call per month shared with ENT and oral surgery. UCHealth cannot support visa candidates for this position.

From the employer

At UCHealth, our mission is simple: to improve lives, and that starts with you. As a physician-led medical group with more than 2,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, we are committed to exceptional, patient-centered care and advancing the future of healthcare.
UCHealth Medical Group is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Plastic Surgeon to join our Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery team at UCHealthMemorial Hospital Central in picturesque Colorado Springs. You'll join a growing team supporting a Level I Trauma Center and the busiest breast surgery practice in Southern Colorado, with opportunities to perform complex reconstructive procedures, participate in microsurgery, and provide facial trauma coverage. Additional expertise in Hand Surgery or Cosmetic Surgery is welcomed and supported.
Practice at a Glance
  • Full-Time
  • $647,000 annual compensation
  • Quality and/or productivity bonus may be offered, if applicable
  • Relocation package may be offered to eligible candidates
  • Growing team of four plastic surgeons and four APPs
  • Four APPs supporting rounding, clinic, inpatient consults, and first assistance in the operating room
  • Level I Trauma Center
  • Support the busiest breast surgery practice in Southern Colorado
  • Perform implant and autologous breast reconstruction, body contouring, limb reconstruction, and reconstruction following skin cancer excision
  • Opportunity to perform or assist with deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flaps
  • Microsurgical fellowship is not required
  • 1:4 practice call
  • 3-5 days of facial trauma call per month shared with ENT and oral surgery
  • Additional expertise in Hand Surgery or Cosmetic Surgery welcomed and supported
  • EPIC EMR utilized system-wide
  • Paid malpractice coverage
Qualifications
  • MD or DO degree.
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Plastic Surgery.
  • Fellowship training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
  • Interest in breast cancer reconstruction, facial trauma, and microsurgery.
  • Ability to perform independently or assist with DIEP flap procedures.
  • Commitment to excellent patient care.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Benefits Highlights
  • $647,000 annual compensation for this full-time position, with a quality and/or productivity bonus if applicable.
  • Relocation package may be offered to eligible candidates.
  • Generous continuing medical education allowance.
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution; 457(b) voluntary option, if eligible.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and wellness benefits for eligible employees and dependents.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care; health savings account available with the HD/HSA medical plan.
  • Identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs.
  • Paid family and medical leave, including Colorado FAMLI, leaves of absence, and contractual time off based on FTE status.

Join us in making a difference that extends beyond the exam room. Together, we can improve lives, advance care and make extraordinary possible. Connect with our Recruitment team to learn more.
UCHealth is an EqualOpportunity Employer We are unable to support visa candidates for this position. Posting Date: 10/07/2026 - 11/07/2026