Trauma Medical Director

Bryan Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan Health is seeking a Trauma Medical Director to lead its Level II ACS-verified trauma program in Lincoln, Nebraska. You will provide clinical and administrative leadership, maintain verification, and collaborate across specialties to advance trauma care.

The role involves guiding program development, overseeing ICU coverage, leading educational initiatives, and driving performance improvements in partnership with a robust support team and EMS networks.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible surgical critical care surgeon.
• Experience as Trauma Medical Director or significant trauma leadership role.
• Ability and willingness to reside in Lincoln, Nebraska for this full-time position.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive program growth.
• Strong collaboration with EMS agencies and referring hospital networks.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to a trauma team of surgeons and advanced practice providers.
• Review and optimize the trauma program structure to meet patient care needs.
• Schedule and oversee ICU coverage in coordination with the trauma team.
• Lead Grand Rounds, outreach, and educational initiatives.
• Develop and implement trauma performance improvement initiatives.
• Guide trauma program development and strategic planning.
• Provide clinical oversight across the trauma and acute care surgery service line.
• Collaborate with other specialties to support comprehensive trauma care.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with state and national trauma certifications.
• Oversee trauma education, injury prevention, and community engagement programs.
• Represent the trauma program at local, regional, and national meetings.
• Partner with EMS and referring networks.

Skills

Trauma leadership

Surgical critical care

Program growth

Team collaboration

Job description

Bryan Health / Bryan Physician Network
Lincoln, Nebraska

Lead a Level II Trauma Program with a Strong Foundation and Room to Grow

Bryan Health, through Bryan Physician Network, is seeking a Trauma Medical Director (TMD) to lead its Level II ACS-verified Trauma Program in Lincoln, Nebraska. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced trauma leader to shape the future of a well-established program backed by deep specialty support, a robust advanced practice provider team, and strong institutional commitment to trauma care.

About the Role

The Trauma Medical Director provides clinical and administrative leadership for the trauma service line and holds primary responsibility for maintaining the program's Level II ACS Verification and Level II State Trauma Center Designation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to an established trauma team of eight trauma surgeons and 10 specially trained trauma advanced practice providers
• Review the current program structure and implement changes to ensure patient care needs are consistently met
• Schedule and oversee ICU coverage in coordination with the trauma team
• Lead Grand Rounds, outreach, and educational initiatives
• Develop and implement trauma performance improvement (PI) initiatives
• Guide trauma program development and strategic planning
• Provide clinical oversight and strategic direction across the trauma and acute care surgery service line
• Collaborate extensively with other specialties to support comprehensive trauma care
• Ensure ongoing compliance with state and national trauma certification standards
• Oversee trauma education, injury prevention, and community engagement programs
• Represent the trauma program at local, regional, and national meetings
• Partner closely with EMS agencies and referring hospital networks

Program and Service Line Profile

• ACS-verified Level II Trauma Center
• Regional trauma registry program
• Inpatient trauma rehabilitation
• Trauma prevention and education program
• Outpatient specialty clinic
• da Vinci robotic surgical platform
• 11 operating rooms, including a dedicated trauma operating room
• Extensive, established specialty support, including:
  • Neurosurgery
  • Plastic surgery
  • Facial and hand surgery
  • Orthopedic trauma
  • Cardiovascular surgery
  • Vascular and cardiothoracic surgery
  • Emergency medicine
  • Additional specialty services
• Broad-based EMS referral network
• Epic electronic health record platform
• Injury mix of approximately 95% blunt and 5% penetrating trauma

Compensation and Benefits

Bryan Health offers a competitive compensation package that includes:

• Base salary
• Production incentive
• Additional call and shift pay
• Quality bonus opportunities

Why Lincoln, Nebraska?

Lincoln offers physicians and their families an outstanding quality of life at a fraction of the cost of larger metropolitan areas:

• Affordable, comfortable living: Lincoln consistently ranks among the most affordable U.S. cities, with a low cost of living and reasonably priced housing.
• Safe, family-friendly community: Lincoln is known for its low crime rates, excellent public and private schools, and strong sense of community.
• Big-city amenities with a small-city feel: Enjoy a vibrant downtown Haymarket district, a thriving local restaurant and brewery scene, and a growing arts and culture calendar.
• Home of the Huskers: The University of Nebraska-Lincoln brings NCAA Division I athletics, including legendary Husker football and volleyball, along with continuing education and cultural opportunities.
• Easy commutes: Minimal traffic and short commute times mean more time for family and personal pursuits.
• Outdoor lifestyle: Extensive trail systems, parks, and lakes are located throughout Lincoln and the surrounding area.
• Central location: Lincoln provides easy access to Omaha, Kansas City, and Denver for regional travel.

Lincoln is a place where physicians can build a lasting career and a genuinely great life for their families.

Candidate Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible surgical critical care surgeon
• Previous experience as a Trauma Medical Director or significant experience in a trauma leadership role
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive program growth
• Ability and willingness to reside in the Lincoln community for this full-time position