Surgery - Plastic Physician

A high-impact locum opportunity is available for a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to provide 24-hour trauma call coverage at a busy hospital serving a large patient population. This role is ideal for surgeons with experience in hand trauma and reconstructive procedures who are comfortable responding to emergency cases.

Position Highlights

️ Specialty: Plastic Surgery
Location: Lansing, MI
Start Date: May 2026 (ASAP coverage needed)
Assignment Length: Through December 2026
️ Providers Needed: 1
Shift Type: 24-Hour On-Call
Schedule: 7:00 AM 7:00 AM
Practice Setting: Level I Trauma Center
Patient Population: Ages 15+ (Adolescent to Geriatric)

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide 24-hour trauma call coverage for plastic and hand-related cases
Perform traumatic hand reconstruction and repair procedures
Manage facial laceration repairs and soft tissue injuries
Perform skin grafts, flap procedures, and scar revisions
Provide minor burn care when needed
Respond in person when surgical intervention is required

Case Volume

• Approximately 1 surgical case per month on average
• Summer months: Around 3 cases per month
• Emergency Department sees approximately 90,000 visits annually

Clinic & Support

• Trauma Clinic support available
• Clinic Hours: Tuesdays, 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
• Strong multidisciplinary trauma team

Travel Coverage

• Flight reimbursement
• Hotel accommodations
• Mileage or car rental reimbursement

Requirements

Board Certified in Plastic Surgery (within 5 years of training)
Active Michigan Medical License (must be full license)
NPDB Self-Query within 30 days
BLS & ACLS preferred
Must be comfortable with hand trauma and reconstructive procedures

Interested in learning more?
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