Per Diem Trauma & Acute Care Surgeon

NBSTSA; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 277,000 - 461,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula, MT is seeking a Per Diem board-eligible/board-certified Trauma and Acute Care Surgeon to join a busy Level II trauma program.

The role involves practicing General Surgery and Acute Care Medicine within a collaborative team, with flexible shift-based scheduling to support work-life balance in western Montana. The hospital offers access to a high-volume trauma service and a strong academic affiliation with the University of Montana, providing diverse

Qualifications

• Trauma surgery experience preferred.
• Strong teamwork and communication within a high-paced trauma setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma general surgery care within a busy Level II trauma center.
• Collaborate with the trauma team for patient stabilization and operative management.
• Deliver acute care medicine within the surgical program and participate in rounds and coverage as assigned.

Skills

Trauma surgery experience

Team collaboration

Job description

Seeking a Per Diem board-eligible/board-certified Trauma and Acute Care Surgeon to join a dynamic group at Providence St. Patrick Hospital's growing Trauma program in Missoula, Montana. This established, acute-care surgery service is one of the busiest in the state while the service continues to grow as the only Level II trauma center in western Montana. You will practice both General Surgery and Acute Care Medicine in a robust program all while enjoying a healthy work-life balance in the scenic beauty of Montana.

• Per Diem position
• Flexible shift-based schedule
• Work within a collegial group of dedicated surgeons and team
• General Surgeon with Trauma experience is preferred

Where You'll Work

Providence St. Patrick Hospital provides patients across Western Montana with award-winning and cutting-edge care. This 253-bed, Level II trauma facility has been named Montana's "Best Hospital" by U.S. News & World Report, a "Top 100 Hospital" by Thomson Reuters and earned the "Women's Choice Award" as one of America's Best Breast Centers. By housing the International Heart Institute of Montana and collaborating with the University of Montana, Providence St. Patrick leverages scientific expertise to the benefit of patients.

Where You'll Live

Missoula, Montana, is a vibrant university town situated midway between Glacier and Yellowstone national parks. This area boasts endless recreational opportunities, from skiing and paddling to fishing and hiking right outside your door. The town also offers a wealth of cultural amenities, including a symphony and the internationally renowned Missoula Children's Theater, celebrated for its expectational work with young performers. Missoula is family-friendly with excellent schools and year-round social activities.

Who You'll Work For

Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare organization spanning seven states with a universal mission — to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 122,000-plus caregivers/employees (including 34,000 physicians) serve in 51 hospitals, more than 1,000 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: One name, one family, one extraordinary health system.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran