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What is a reconstructive surgeon and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
3 min read
The average reconstructive surgeon salary is $321,483. The most common degree is a bachelor's degree degree with an nursing major. It usually takes 4-6 years of experience to become a reconstructive surgeon. Reconstructive surgeons with a Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery certification earn more money. Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 7% and produce 55,400 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreReconstructive SurgeonUS Average
Salary
10.0

Avg. Salary $321,483

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
10.0

Growth rate 7%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
1.4
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.14%

Asian 12.67%

Black or African American 1.81%

Hispanic or Latino 5.01%

Unknown 3.76%

White 76.60%

Gender

female 75.00%

male 25.00%

Age - 47
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 47
Stress level
10.0

Stress level is very high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
10.0

Complexity level is advanced

7 - challenging

Work life balance
3.4

Work life balance is poor

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a reconstructive surgeon

  1. Explore reconstructive surgeon education requirements

    Most common reconstructive surgeon degrees

    Bachelor's

    31.0 %

    Certificate

    17.2 %

    Master's

    13.8 %

  2. Start to develop specific reconstructive surgeon skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Cosmetic Surgery61.66%
    EMR12.16%
    Exam Rooms11.59%
    Front Desk6.65%
    Hand Surgery3.33%
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  3. Research reconstructive surgeon duties and responsibilities

    • Manage insurance authorization and hospital bookings for surgery.
    • Perform administrative tasks regarding origination paperwork for patients, preoperative paperwork, medical clearance, financing and payment.
    • Manage insurance authorization and hospital bookings for surgery.

  4. Apply for reconstructive surgeon jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a reconstructive surgeon job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average reconstructive surgeon salary

The average reconstructive surgeon salary in the United States is $321,483 per year or $155 per hour. Reconstructive surgeon salaries range between $168,000 and $613,000 per year.

Average reconstructive surgeon salary
$321,483 Yearly
$154.56 hourly
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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

Updated January 8, 2025

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