Assistant Professor of Clinical - Plastic Surgery, Craniofacial

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Care (75%): Provide exceptional clinical care at Jackson Health System, including:

• Pediatric craniofacial surgery, including cleft lip/palate repair, craniosynostosis, and vascular malformation management at Holtz Children’s Hospital.

• Adult craniofacial trauma reconstruction at Ryder Trauma Center and Jackson South.

• Head and neck microsurgery, Mohs reconstruction, aesthetic facial surgery, neurosurgical cranioplasty, orthognathic surgery, and contribute to general reconstructive surgery (e.g., perineal, abdominal, breast, and pressure sore reconstructions).

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (oral surgery, ENT, dermatology, neurosurgery) to optimize patient outcomes and serve as a consultant for complex cases.

• Participate in on-call schedules, conduct outpatient clinics, and coordinate inpatient care and surgeries.

Administrative Leadership (15%): Serve as Chief or Medical Director of Craniofacial/Pediatric Plastic Surgery, responsible for:

• Program development and interdisciplinary care coordination.

• Leading efforts to restore ACPA accreditation for the cleft and craniofacial program.

• Developing partnerships, such as a potential physician service agreements with neighboring health systems

• Medical philanthropy

Research (5%): Engage in scholarly activities, including:

• Collaboration on NIH- and DoD-funded research in our craniofacial skeletal tissue development, bone regeneration, and 3D-printed biomaterials basic science lab.

• Publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at national/international conferences.

Teaching and Mentorship (5%): Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows through:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Education Requirements

• MD or DO degree.

• Board eligibility or certification in plastic surgery (American Board of Plastic Surgery).

• Fellowship training in craniofacial/pediatric plastic surgery.

• Valid DEA Registration and Florida Medical License.

Work Experience Requirements

• 0-20 years of post-training clinical experience in craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery preferred.

• Experience in adult reconstructive surgery, including trauma and microsurgery, is highly desirable.

Assignment Category

• Full-time regular position, based at Jackson Health System (Jackson Memorial Hospital, Holtz Children’s Hospital, and Ryder Trauma Center).

Required Attachments

• Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• References

About Jackson Health System and the Legacy of Dr. D. Ralph Millard Jr.

Jackson Health System, encompassing Holtz Children’s Hospital and Ryder Trauma Center, is a world-class academic medical center dedicated to providing advanced tertiary care to diverse and underserved populations. The Division of Plastic Surgery upholds a storied tradition of excellence, notably through the groundbreaking cleft program established by Dr. D. Ralph Millard Jr., a pioneer in craniofacial surgery. The new appointee will play a pivotal role in revitalizing this legacy, restoring ACPA accreditation, and positioning University of Miami and Jackson Health System as a regional leader in craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery.

For further details, please contact:

Adrianne Lara

Physician Recruiter adrianne.lara@miami.edu