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Minneapolis, Minnesota

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon - Abbott Northwestern

SurgeryIncludes callIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$562k-$662k

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Job Description

Location Address

  • 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311
  • October 22, 2026

Department: 62335640 Plastic Surgery

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Shift Length

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week

40

Union Contract

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation

Every Other

Job Summary

Repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts and trunk, and external genitalia. This position will be based out of Abbott.

Key Position Details

  • 1.0 FTE Plastic Surgeon
  • Location: Abbott Northwestern Hospital
  • 8-hour day shifts

Alternate Weekend Plan

Shared call model with Abbott Plastic surgery partner.

About Allina Health

Based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, with 90+ clinics, 10 hospitals/13 campuses throughout the region including western Wisconsin, Allina Health operates in one of the nation’s most vibrant, livable areas. A place where you can build the career you want—and you and your family can be part of thriving community.

Job Description

Principle Responsibilities

  • Works collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
  • Practices in a thoughtful manner including consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy and legal responsibilities.
  • Actively participates in multidisciplinary team approach to case management.
  • Utilizes quality improvement tools to develop processes that promote continuous improvement in delivery of patient care, patient outcomes, or workflows.
  • May participate in peer review and quality assurance.

Job Requirements

  • MD, DO, or foreign equivalency training required
  • Board certified in Plastic Surgery with 2-3 years' experience preferred/Completion of an accredited ACGME Plastic Surgery residency
  • General Plastic Surgery opportunity with emphasis on Breast and General Reconstruction
  • Interest in Micro-Surgical Breast Reconstruction preferred
  • Breast reconstruction experience
  • Skin cancer reconstruction experience
  • Coordinated reconstruction with orthopedics, vascular and oncology partners
  • BE/BC with ABMS or AOA required
  • Active, non-restricted medical license in MN (or ability to obtain)
  • Ability to obtain and/or maintain MN DEA certification and National Provider Identifier (NPI)
  • Ability to meet criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and hospital privileges, if applicable
  • BLS/ACLS required within 180 days of hire

Physical Demands

Medium Work*

Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $561,750 to $661,500 per year

The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

At Allina Health, we believe safe, compassionate care starts with supporting those who provide it. That’s why we invest in your growth and well-being — professionally and personally. When you join our team, you’ll have access to comprehensive benefits designed to support your mind, body, spirit, and community.

Benefits Include

Health & Wellness – Competitive medical and dental plans, plus optional vision, legal, and other voluntary benefits.

  • Financial Protection – Employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Retirement Savings – Includes employer match and an annual Allina contribution to your 401(k) plan, plus options for supplemental savings and deferred compensation plans.
  • Professional Support – Reimbursement for state licensure, DEA registration, and board certification fees.
  • Malpractice Coverage – Employer-paid insurance, including tail coverage.
  • Student Loan Assistance – Guidance through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer).
  • Education & Development – Generous annual CME allowance and technology stipend.

Well-Being – Access to the Center for Provider Well-being which is committed to the promotion of professional fulfillment through organization and individual initiatives, research and education.

Additional Perks – Many positions include relocation assistance, a signing bonus, educational assistance, and immigration support. Contact the recruiter for eligibility & details.

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

Key Responsibilities

Repair, reconstruct, or replace physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Collaborate with patients and multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to quality improvement and patient care outcomes.

Requirements

Requires an MD, DO, or equivalent foreign medical training, completion of an accredited ACGME Plastic Surgery residency, and ABMS or AOA board eligibility or certification. The role prefers 2–3 years of experience and breast and skin cancer reconstruction experience; an active or obtainable Minnesota medical license, DEA certification, NPI, hospital credentialing, and BLS/ACLS within 180 days of hire are also required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Microsurgical Breast ReconstructionOrthopedic Reconstruction CoordinationVascular Reconstruction CoordinationOncology Reconstruction CoordinationMultidisciplinary CollaborationCultural Competence

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon - Abbott Northwestern at Allina Health a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Surgery — ranked against 1,206 active Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Surgery — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 98% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 11.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Surgery by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.1 / 10 · above average in surgeryranked against 1,206 Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$620k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Surgery listings in Minnesota44 active1,248 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 98% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Surgery pay trend−11.1% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,206 Surgery listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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CME allowance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.5this job 6.1
Better work-life than 60% of Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,206 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About Allina Health

Medical Practices
Minneapolis, Minnesota
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Employer-paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
401(k) with employer match and annual Allina contribution
Supplemental savings and deferred compensation plans
Reimbursement for state licensure, DEA registration, and board certification fees

Living in Minneapolis

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$362k≈ 0.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,747/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.