Plastic Surgeon Jobs
Plastic Surgeon jobs are open across private practice, hospital systems, academic medical centers, and ambulatory surgery centers, from resident-level to attending and fellowship-trained positions, with specializations in reconstructive, cosmetic, and craniofacial surgery. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of the Focus Claims Review team at Optum, the Medical Director provides leadership, organization, and direction for the claims review program. They are responsible for the overall quality, effectiveness and coordination of the medical services provided through Optum. The Medical Director will participate in all aspects of claim review services including provider telephonic discussions and provider appeals. In addition, the Medical Director may also be asked to assist in the direction and oversight in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and clinical criteria for all medical programs and services. The Medical Director will serve as a liaison between Optum, physicians, and other medical service providers in selected situations primarily related to medical claim reviews.
This role is part time work from home and will be 20 hours per week. This can be remote work from home anywhere in the United States.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Reviews surgical and other professional claims for correct coding using clinical record
- Participation in Training regarding URAC, NCQA, Regulatory Compliance, Confidentiality, Conflict of Interest, HIPAA, and department specific training as applicable
- Discusses cases and clinical coding situations with treating providers telephonically during scheduled hours
- Participates in periodic clinical conferences / calls and in ongoing internal performance consistency reviews
- Composes, if needed, patient situation specific, clinical summaries and rationales for medical necessity decisions
- Is available for occasional, periodic weekend and holiday as needed telephonic and remote computer expedited clinical decisions
- Supports compliance with regulatory agency standards and requirements (e.g., CMS, NCQA, URAC, state / federal and third-party payers)
- Ability to travel to scheduled company meetings and activities in US
- Ability to assist in marketing presentations to clients and ongoing relationship management activities with existing clients if requested to do so
- Provide Clinical support for staff that conduct initial reviews
- Good understanding of professional performance measurement and related possible discussions/interventions with selected providers/groups/organizations
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Current, active, and fully unrestricted medical license
- Current board certification in Plastic Surgery
- 5+ years of clinical experience in Plastic Surgery post residency
- Knowledge or proficiency in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in managed care
- Experience with professional claim coding / claim coding reviews
- Experience with integration of clinical and financial data, development of utilization and performance reporting tools, and communication of performance data to physicians and other health care providers
- Knowledge of claim coding resources and techniques
- Proficient computer skills and ability to learn to use clinical and claims software
- Proven excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work over the telephone with other colleagues including physicians, nurses, PTs, OTs and other similar personnel
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $248,500 - $373,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of the Focus Claims Review team at Optum, the Medical Director provides leadership, organization, and direction for the claims review program. They are responsible for the overall quality, effectiveness and coordination of the medical services provided through Optum. The Medical Director will participate in all aspects of claim review services including provider telephonic discussions and provider appeals. In addition, the Medical Director may also be asked to assist in the direction and oversight in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and clinical criteria for all medical programs and services. The Medical Director will serve as a liaison between Optum, physicians, and other medical service providers in selected situations primarily related to medical claim reviews.
This role is part time work from home and will be 20 hours per week. This can be remote work from home anywhere in the United States.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Reviews surgical and other professional claims for correct coding using clinical record
- Participation in Training regarding URAC, NCQA, Regulatory Compliance, Confidentiality, Conflict of Interest, HIPAA, and department specific training as applicable
- Discusses cases and clinical coding situations with treating providers telephonically during scheduled hours
- Participates in periodic clinical conferences / calls and in ongoing internal performance consistency reviews
- Composes, if needed, patient situation specific, clinical summaries and rationales for medical necessity decisions
- Is available for occasional, periodic weekend and holiday as needed telephonic and remote computer expedited clinical decisions
- Supports compliance with regulatory agency standards and requirements (e.g., CMS, NCQA, URAC, state / federal and third-party payers)
- Ability to travel to scheduled company meetings and activities in US
- Ability to assist in marketing presentations to clients and ongoing relationship management activities with existing clients if requested to do so
- Provide Clinical support for staff that conduct initial reviews
- Good understanding of professional performance measurement and related possible discussions/interventions with selected providers/groups/organizations
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Current, active, and fully unrestricted medical license
- Current board certification in Plastic Surgery
- 5+ years of clinical experience in Plastic Surgery post residency
- Knowledge or proficiency in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in managed care
- Experience with professional claim coding / claim coding reviews
- Experience with integration of clinical and financial data, development of utilization and performance reporting tools, and communication of performance data to physicians and other health care providers
- Knowledge of claim coding resources and techniques
- Proficient computer skills and ability to learn to use clinical and claims software
- Proven excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work over the telephone with other colleagues including physicians, nurses, PTs, OTs and other similar personnel
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $248,500 - $373,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Cleveland Clinic3
- Henry Ford Health3
- Indiana University Health3
- University of California, San Francisco3
- University of Kentucky3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services24
- Education12
- Science & Research2
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Insurance1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in plastic surgeon jobs.
- Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited integrated or independent plastic surgery residency
- Active or eligibility for full medical licensure in the state of employment
- Documented case volume and operative experience in reconstructive and aesthetic procedures
- Fellowship training in craniofacial, hand, microsurgery, or aesthetic surgery for subspecialty roles
- Current BLS and ACLS certification, with hospital credentialing eligibility
Tips for Your Plastic Surgeon Job Search
Tailor your CV to each practice type
Private cosmetic practices want case volume in aesthetic procedures like rhinoplasty and abdominoplasty. Academic and reconstructive centers prioritize research output and flap reconstruction experience. Reorder your CV's case log and publications section to match each employer's clinical focus before you apply.
Log your case numbers by category
Hiring committees want to see your operative case log broken down by procedure type. Separate aesthetic from reconstructive cases and note your attending versus primary surgeon roles. Vague totals won't move your application forward the way a specific breakdown will.
Search openings by practice setting first
Filter your search by hospital-employed versus private practice versus academic before sorting by location. Each setting has a different compensation structure, call schedule, and patient mix. Narrowing by setting saves you from applying to roles where the day-to-day won't fit your goals.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists plastic surgeon openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a portfolio of before-and-after outcomes
Cosmetic and reconstructive programs increasingly ask for a clinical outcomes portfolio at the interview stage. Compile de-identified case photos organized by procedure type. Panels use these to assess your aesthetic judgment and technical consistency, not just your board scores or fellowship pedigree.
Negotiate call burden alongside base compensation
Call schedule is often the biggest quality-of-life differentiator between two otherwise equal offers. Ask the hiring committee for the exact call frequency, coverage model, and how trauma and hand cases are distributed. Get the call structure in writing before you accept any offer.
Plastic Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most plastic surgeons?
The companies hiring the most plastic surgeons right now include Cleveland Clinic, Henry Ford Health, and Indiana University Health, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, California, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Large hospital systems and multi-site ambulatory surgery groups tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many plastic surgeon jobs are remote?
About 5% of plastic surgeon openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of surgical practice. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are consulting roles, medical review positions, and telehealth follow-up care rather than primary operative positions.
How do you become a plastic surgeon?
You complete a bachelor's degree, then medical school to earn an MD or DO. After medical school you match into either an integrated plastic surgery residency, which runs six years, or a general surgery residency followed by an independent plastic surgery residency. Many surgeons then complete a fellowship in a subspecialty such as hand surgery, microsurgery, or craniofacial surgery before entering independent practice.
Can you get hired as a plastic surgeon with limited experience?
New attendings fresh out of residency or fellowship are regularly hired into employed hospital positions, academic junior faculty roles, and group practice associate tracks. Demonstrating a strong operative case log, letters of support from fellowship directors, and clarity about your procedural focus area matters more than years in independent practice when you're starting out.
What does the plastic surgeon interview process look like?
Most hiring processes begin with a phone or video screening with a physician recruiter or practice administrator, followed by an in-person visit that includes touring the facility, observing or performing cases, and meeting with the broader surgical team. Academic and hospital roles often add a formal grand rounds presentation. Credentialing and reference checks run in parallel once an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to plastic surgeon jobs?
You can find and apply to plastic surgeon jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your practice focus and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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