Trauma & Critical Care Surgeon

East; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Long-term care insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Annual retirement contribution

Paid vacation & CME leave

Academic funds for dues & CME

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Waco, TX, is seeking a Trauma & Critical Care Surgeon to join the Division of Acute Care Surgery at Hillcrest. This employed opportunity offers a competitive salary, productivity bonus, and relocation assistance.

Candidates must be trauma and critical care trained and BC/BE in General Surgery plus Surgical Critical Care. The role provides access to advanced robotics and a dedicated 24-hour OR suite for trauma cases.

Qualifications

• Trauma and critical care trained.
• BC/BE in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care.
• Laparoscopic surgery experience preferred.
• Access to robotic technology (da Vinci) for complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Shift-based position focused on trauma and acute care surgery coverage.
• Join the established team as the sixth trauma surgeon.
• Supported by two APPs with day-shift coverage on a 7-on/7-off schedule.
• Responsible for trauma and acute care surgery consults while on call.
• Dedicated 24-hour OR suite for trauma and acute care surgery cases.
• Opportunity to provide surgical critical care coverage in the 24-bed ICU.
• Home call for acute care surgery is possible.
• Opportunity for an elective general surgery practice.

Skills

Trauma surgery

Critical care

BC/BE General Surgery

BC/BE Surgical Critical Care

Education

BC/BE in General Surgery

BC/BE in Surgical Critical Care

Tools

da Vinci robotic systems

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health Posted Sep 17, 2026

Waco, TX

Trauma & Critical Care Surgeon

Joining the Baylor Scott & White Health team of medical professionals is a calling that is both fulfilling and rewarding. Our culture thrives in a physician-led spirit of excellence. Becoming a member of our multidisciplinary team provides access to collegiality, innovation, and advanced technology. National and regional recognition of our hospitals by U.S. News & World Report reflects our talent and commitment to providing safe, compassionate, high-quality care.

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest is seeking an outstanding Trauma / Critical Care Surgeon to join the Division of Acute Care Surgery within the Department of Surgery at our hospital in Waco, TX. This is an employed career opportunity offering a competitive salary, productivity bonus, generous benefits, relocation assistance, work-life balance, and no state income tax.

Candidates must be trauma and critical care trained and BC/BE in both General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care.

Position Information

• Shift-based position focused on trauma and acute care surgery coverage
• Join an established team as the sixth trauma surgeon
• Supported by two APPs who provide day-shift coverage on a 7-on/7-off schedule
• Privileges at our ACS-verified Level II Trauma Center in Waco, TX
• Responsible for trauma and acute care surgery consults while on call
• Dedicated 24-hour OR suite for trauma and acute care surgery cases
• Opportunity to provide surgical critical care coverage in the 24-bed ICU
• Home call for acute care surgery is possible
• Opportunity for an elective general surgery practice
• Laparoscopic surgery experience preferred
• Access to advanced robotic technology, including four da Vinci® robotic surgical systems

Benefits

• Malpractice coverage
• Life, AD&D, disability, and long-term care insurance contributions
• Medical and dental contributions
• Annual retirement contribution
• Paid vacation and administrative ("CME") leave
• Academic funds for eligible dues, fees, travel, and CME activities

About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest is a full-service community hospital and part of Baylor Scott & White Health, one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in Texas. Serving Waco and surrounding Central Texas communities, the hospital provides comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and emergency care across a wide range of specialties.

Hillcrest serves as a key regional referral center and offers advanced clinical services supported by a broad primary care and specialty network. The hospital is recognized for nursing excellence through Magnet® designation and plays an important role in supporting coordinated care across the region.

About Waco, Texas

Located along the Brazos River between Dallas and Austin, Waco offers a blend of small-town charm and growing urban amenities. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation, parks and trails along the Brazos River, museums, local dining, cultural attractions, and a revitalized downtown district.

Waco offers an appealing combination of affordability, community connection, and convenient access to major Texas cities.