Surgeon Burn Unit Salary in the United States

The Surgeon Burn Unit performs escharectomy, skin grafting, and secondary burn surgery. Examines, diagnoses, and surgically treats patients with burns from heat, cold, chemical, or electrical incidents. Being a Surgeon Burn Unit determines which instruments and method of surgery will be most successful in achieving desired outcome. Reviews patient history and confirms need for surgery. In addition, Surgeon Burn Unit may provide medical personnel with direction concerning patient care. May provide in-service training as needed to address new technology in health care treatment. Provides charting in compliance with all laws and regulations. Requires a special degree in medicine from an accredited school. Typically reports to the chief of surgery. Requires a license to practice. Surgeon Burn Unit's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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