Entry Level Reconstructive Surgeon Jobs
New grad reconstructive surgeon jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong surgical rotations or residency work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, with employers like Mayo Clinic, University of Minnesota, and SSM Health hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary:
Provides nursing leadership while ensuring implementation of clinical objectives and quality patient care. Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.
Job Responsibilities:
Provides leadership, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff.
Ensures staff compliance with department and organization policies, procedures, and protocols.
Responds to complaints about patient care and manages through established channels.
Implements and monitors patient care plans.
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
Assesses and coordinates patients' discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provide education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.
Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.
Coordinates daily flow of patients entering the department.
Provides assistance with creating and managing the 6 week staff schedule.
Skills and Attributes:
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Works under general supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.
Position Requirements:
Work Experience
A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience required
Education
Associate's degree or higher in Nursing r equired upon hire
Additional Education Information
None
Licensure/Certification/Registration
RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND
BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position
Organizational Responsibilities:
Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.
Additional Job Information:
This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.
Standard ADA Settings:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: (Clinical - Hospital)
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Sitting: Occasionally
Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Carrying 2575 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Frequently
Climbing: Occasionally
Bending/Stooping: Frequently
Kneeling: Occasionally
Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Talking: Frequently
Hearing: Frequently
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
Running: Occasionally
Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: High risk
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
Job Summary:
Provides nursing leadership while ensuring implementation of clinical objectives and quality patient care. Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.
Job Responsibilities:
Provides leadership, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff.
Ensures staff compliance with department and organization policies, procedures, and protocols.
Responds to complaints about patient care and manages through established channels.
Implements and monitors patient care plans.
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
Assesses and coordinates patients' discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provide education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.
Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.
Coordinates daily flow of patients entering the department.
Provides assistance with creating and managing the 6 week staff schedule.
Skills and Attributes:
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Works under general supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.
Position Requirements:
Work Experience
A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience required
Education
Associate's degree or higher in Nursing r equired upon hire
Additional Education Information
None
Licensure/Certification/Registration
RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND
BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position
Organizational Responsibilities:
Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.
Additional Job Information:
This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.
Standard ADA Settings:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: (Clinical - Hospital)
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Sitting: Occasionally
Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Carrying 2575 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Frequently
Climbing: Occasionally
Bending/Stooping: Frequently
Kneeling: Occasionally
Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Talking: Frequently
Hearing: Frequently
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
Running: Occasionally
Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: High risk
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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Who's Hiring
- Mayo Clinic2
- University of Minnesota2
- SSM Health1
- Oneoncology1
- Allina Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services14
- Education6
- Science & Research1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
Entry Level Reconstructive Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level reconstructive surgeon job?
Employers hiring entry level reconstructive surgeons prioritize completed residency or fellowship training, board eligibility, and documented hands-on surgical volume. Candidates who can show diverse case exposure, strong letters from supervising attendings, and a clear subspecialty interest stand out. Applying to hospital systems, academic medical centers, and group practices that explicitly list new graduates as welcome gives you the strongest starting point.
Which companies hire entry level reconstructive surgeons?
Companies hiring entry level reconstructive surgeons right now include Mayo Clinic, University of Minnesota, and SSM Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of health systems, private surgical groups, and multispecialty practices that are actively growing their reconstructive surgery departments.
Are there remote entry level reconstructive surgeon jobs?
Yes, though the vast majority of surgical roles require in-person clinical work. About 0% of entry level reconstructive surgeon openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and these typically involve telehealth consultations, pre-operative assessments, or research and academic positions rather than hands-on operative work.
Are these new grad reconstructive surgeon jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior reconstructive surgeon roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of post-training experience, counts residency or fellowship as qualifying experience, or specifically encourages candidates with internship-level surgical exposure and a strong portfolio of case work to apply.
Which industries hire the most entry level reconstructive surgeons?
Entry Level reconstructive surgeon roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they are actively expanding reconstructive and plastic surgery services to meet patient demand for both elective and post-trauma procedures.