<p>A well-established, physician-founded dermatology and plastic surgery practice in Melbourne, Florida is recruiting a full-time Facial Plastic Surgeon to join a premier, state-of-the-art group that has built an exceptional community reputation since 2017. The practice offers a fully integrated model spanning facial plastic surgery, full-service aesthetics, and medical and surgical dermatology — with a particular interest in candidates who bring expertise in skin cancer surgery and reconstruction. Clinical autonomy, a collaborative culture, and a shareholder pathway distinguish this opportunity from standard employed positions.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Shareholder opportunity — physician ownership track available</li> <li>Relocation assistance available</li> <li>CME reimbursement provided</li> <li>Generous time-off package and retirement benefits</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision (generous package as described)</li> <li>Flexible schedule structured at 4–5 days per week</li> <li>Bi-annual group retreats for peer collaboration, innovation sharing, and practice strategy development</li> <li>Elected physician board governance — every two years, physicians vote for nominated colleagues to serve in leadership; non-board physicians may chair key strategic and practice improvement initiatives</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Spacious, state-of-the-art multi-specialty practice integrating facial plastic surgery, full-service aesthetics, and medical and surgical dermatology under one roof</li> <li>Practice co-founded in 2017 by two experienced physician partners who have cultivated a premier reputation in the Melbourne community</li> <li>Scope includes facial plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures, skin cancer surgery, and reconstructive surgery — candidates with interest in Mohs reconstruction and skin cancer reconstruction are especially well-positioned</li> <li>Collaborative, collegial physician culture with a stated emphasis on clinical autonomy and physician-led practice management</li> <li>Experienced supporting physician and staff team already in place</li> <li>Group practice model with shared governance — physicians retain meaningful leadership roles regardless of board service</li> <li>Mission-driven organization that champions specialty integrity and keeps physicians in leadership of their own practices</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Plastic Surgery required</li> <li>Completion of an accredited Plastic Surgery residency; fellowship training in Facial Plastic Surgery strongly preferred given the practice's facial focus</li> <li>Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Interest in skin cancer surgery and reconstruction is preferred and will strengthen candidacy</li> <li>Demonstrated positive, patient-first approach and growth mindset consistent with the practice's collaborative culture</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Melbourne sits on Florida's Space Coast, a stretch of Atlantic coastline that offers year-round sunshine, beaches, and outdoor recreation alongside a lower cost of living than South Florida or the Orlando metro. The area is home to strong public and private schools, a growing technology and aerospace sector anchored by Kennedy Space Center, and easy access to Orlando's international airport approximately one hour to the west. For physicians seeking a coastal Florida lifestyle without the congestion or cost of Miami or Tampa, Melbourne delivers a compelling balance of community, recreation, and professional opportunity.</p>