Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon Opportunity in Augusta, GA

WellStar Health System; United States; On-site; USD 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health Systems in Augusta, GA is seeking a highly skilled Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join our multidisciplinary trauma and orthopedic team. You will provide expert surgical care for complex orthopedic injuries, coordinating with trauma, emergency, and rehabilitation services to optimize outcomes from acute injury through recovery.

Required qualifications include an MD or DO, board certification in Orthopedic Surgery, and Georgia licensure eligibility; fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery preferred.
• Valid medical license or eligibility for licensure in Georgia.
• Experience managing complex orthopedic trauma cases.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgical management of acute orthopedic trauma injuries.
• Stabilize and evaluate trauma patients with the team.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans and postoperative care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary trauma rounds and program development.
• Provide consultative services across inpatient, emergency, and outpatient settings.
• Maintain detailed clinical documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Engage in quality improvement activities and clinical research as appropriate.
• Educate and mentor residents, fellows, and staff.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

Orthopedic trauma care

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery (preferred)

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Job Title: Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

Location: Augusta, GA

Employer: Wellstar Health Systems

About Wellstar Health Systems

Wellstar Health Systems is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional care across Georgia. At our Augusta location, we are committed to providing advanced trauma and orthopedic services through a multidisciplinary approach, combining expertise with compassion to serve our community’s critical needs.

Position Summary

Wellstar Health Systems is seeking a highly skilled Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join our growing team in Augusta, GA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing expert surgical care for patients with complex orthopedic injuries resulting from trauma. This role involves collaboration with trauma surgeons, emergency medicine, and rehabilitation teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes from acute injury through recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform surgical management of acute orthopedic trauma injuries including fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue injuries.
• Evaluate and stabilize trauma patients in coordination with the trauma and emergency teams.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans including surgical intervention and postoperative care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary trauma team rounds and contribute to trauma program development.
• Provide consultative services for orthopedic injuries across inpatient, emergency, and outpatient settings.
• Maintain meticulous clinical documentation and compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Engage in trauma quality improvement initiatives, morbidity and mortality reviews, and clinical research as appropriate.
• Provide education and mentorship to residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery preferred.
• Valid medical license or eligibility for licensure in Georgia.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex orthopedic trauma cases.
• Strong clinical judgment, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary trauma team.
• Commitment to continuous education, quality improvement, and patient-centered care.

Why Join Wellstar Health Systems?

Work in a state-of-the-art trauma center with comprehensive orthopedic and critical care resources. Join a supportive, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package with opportunities for professional growth. Participate in academic activities, teaching, and clinical research in a thriving health system. Make a meaningful impact on patient lives in the Augusta community and beyond.

Mission, Vision & Values

• OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.
• OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.
• OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion, We pursue excellence, We honor every voice.

Culture of Excellence

Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.

Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care.