Physician-Trauma Surgeon - Northshore Covington

LCMC Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A healthcare organization seeks a Board-Certified Trauma Surgeon for their Level II Trauma Program. This role involves providing high-quality trauma and surgical care, direct patient interaction, and leadership within a multidisciplinary team. Key qualifications include Board Certification in General Surgery, an unrestricted medical license in Louisiana, and trauma specialization. The position offers a variable work schedule and a competitive compensation package, aiming to make a significant impact in community trauma care.

Qualifications

• Board Certified in General Surgery with trauma surgery specialization.
• Eligible for or holding an unrestricted medical license in Louisiana.
• Certification in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
• Experience in a Level II Trauma Center is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical care to trauma patients.
• Perform examinations, diagnoses, and surgical interventions.
• Deliver trauma consultations and surgical evaluations.
• Collaborate with other medical staff for patient care.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

Board Certified in General Surgery

Strong clinical judgment

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Team-based care commitment

Education

Fellowship training in Trauma/Surgical Critical Care

Job description

Position Overview

Lakeview Hospital is seeking a Board‑Certified Trauma Surgeon to join our Level II Trauma Program. This physician will play a key role in providing high‑quality trauma and surgical care to a diverse patient population while supporting a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical team. The Trauma Surgeon is responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with acute injuries and surgical conditions. This role includes direct patient care, clinical leadership, and medical supervision to ensure safe, effective, and evidence‑based treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care to trauma patients in accordance with Level II Trauma standards.
• Perform routine and emergent examinations, diagnoses, and surgical interventions for illnesses and injuries.
• Deliver timely trauma consultations and surgical evaluations.
• Provide medical supervision and consultation to clinical and ancillary staff.
• Collaborate closely with emergency medicine, anesthesia, nursing, and specialty services to ensure continuity of care.
• Promote patients’ overall health and well‑being through appropriate follow‑up care and preventive health measures.
• Administer immunizations in accordance with medical and school guidelines, as applicable.
• Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in quality improvement, trauma performance activities, and on‑call coverage as required.

Qualifications

• Board Certified in General Surgery (Trauma Surgery specialization required).
• Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted medical license in the state of Louisiana.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support‑HCP, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification.
• Fellowship training in Trauma/Surgical Critical Care preferred.
• Experience working within a Level II Trauma Center strongly preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, leadership, and communication skills.
• Commitment to patient‑centered, team‑based care.

Why Lakeview Hospital?

• Established Level II Trauma Program with strong institutional support.
• Collaborative, team‑oriented clinical environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in trauma care within the community.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Work Shift

Variable Hours (United States of America)

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.