Trauma Medical Director & Acute Care Surgeon Leader

Surgical Affiliates Management Group, Inc.; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-matched 401(k)

Annual CME and licensing allowance

Credentialing and onboarding support

Medical malpractice tail coverage

Job summary

Surgical Affiliates Management Group (SAMGI) is seeking an experienced Trauma Medical Director to lead the Trauma Surgery program at an ACS-verified Level III center in Northern California. The role blends active Trauma and Acute Care Surgery with physician leadership, quality oversight, and program development.

Located in Northern California with access to Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, and outdoor recreation, the position offers infrastructure support, collaborative leadership, and a focus on

Qualifications

• Board Certification in General Surgery is required.
• Board Certification in Surgical Critical Care is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate clinical experience.
• Current California medical license or eligibility for California licensure.
• Experience at Level I-III Trauma Centers is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician leadership for the Trauma Surgery program.
• Maintain compliance with ACS and state Level III trauma standards.
• Lead trauma quality and performance improvement initiatives.
• Participate in trauma committees and peer review.
• Serve as liaison between the trauma service, hospital leadership and multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote a culture of clinical quality, patient safety, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support ongoing trauma program development and operational improvement.
• Provide comprehensive Trauma and Acute Care Surgery patient care.
• Respond to trauma activations and acute surgical consultations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical Care

Trauma Surgery

Education

Board Certification in General Surgery

Board Certification in Surgical Critical Care (preferred)

Job description

Surgical Affiliates Management Group (SAMGI) is seeking an experienced Trauma Medical Director to lead the Trauma Surgery program at an ACS-verified Level III center in Northern California. The role blends active Trauma and Acute Care Surgery with physician leadership, quality oversight, and program development.

Located in Northern California with access to Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, and outdoor recreation, the position offers infrastructure support, collaborative leadership, and a focus on