Trauma Surgery Medical Director

About the role

The Surgicalist Medical Director position at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital involves leading the surgicalist team in a growing trauma II facility. This role includes both clinical duties and opportunities for active engagement with the broader medical team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the surgicalist team to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Perform routine emergency general surgery procedures and manage acute care surgeries.
• Lead the team in providing comprehensive care, including support from the critical care team and other clinical service lines.
• Rotate between day and night shifts on a monthly basis, with a typical shift duration of 12-14 hours.
• Collaborate with administrative staff to maintain an appropriate work-life balance and receive additional compensation.

Requirements

• Board certification in Surgery.
• Minimum of three years of relevant clinical experience.
• Experience in trauma and critical care.
• Ability to perform minimally invasive procedures and handle complex cases in a Level II Trauma Center.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Skills

• Leadership and management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Benefits

• Paid time off and holidays.
• Pension plan.
• Health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.

Pay

A competitive salary is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Schedule

The work schedule consists of a rotation of days/nights shifts on a monthly basis: 7 days on with approximately 12-14-hour shifts; 7 days off.

Community

Athens, Georgia, is a vibrant college town with a diverse culture and a thriving economy. The hospital is located in a rapidly growing region of northeast Georgia, serving a large part of the state's population.

Employer Information

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital is a rapidly growing 420-bed facility offering comprehensive healthcare services. As a private, not-for-profit health system, Piedmont Healthcare is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care and is recognized as a leader in its field.