Trauma Program Director — ER Leadership & Growth

Premier Surgical Associates; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Surgical Associates and Parkwest Medical Center seek a visionary Trauma Program Medical Director to lead and build a Level II trauma program in East Tennessee. Based at Parkwest, this physician leader directs clinical protocols, accreditation efforts, and quality initiatives for optimal patient outcomes.

The role oversees a multidisciplinary team, coordinates trauma services, and reports to surgical leadership while collaborating with Parkwest leadership to meet program goals and

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with surgical board certification and trauma expertise.
• ATLS certification and license-to-practice in Tennessee or eligibility.
• Leadership experience in trauma services and program management.
• Knowledge of ACS trauma center verification standards and PIPS.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical direction for the Trauma Program and Trauma Center operations.
• Lead a multidisciplinary trauma team and oversee clinical pathways and PMGs.
• Assist with physician recruitment, credentialing, and retention.
• Participate in trauma call coverage and activations.
• Develop admission, triage, transfer, consultation and discharge criteria.
• Lead accreditation efforts and monitor compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with nursing, ancillary departments and hospital leadership.
• Drive performance improvement, patient safety and education.
• Engage in community outreach and program development.
• Serve as liaison among trauma physicians, leadership, staff and partners.

Skills

Leadership in trauma

Performance improvement

Patient safety

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Communication skills

Education

MD/DO

Board Certified in General Surgery

Board Certified in Surgical Critical Care

ATLS certification

TN medical license eligibility

Job description

Premier Surgical Associates and Parkwest Medical Center seek a visionary Trauma Program Medical Director to lead and build a Level II trauma program in East Tennessee. Based at Parkwest, this physician leader directs clinical protocols, accreditation efforts, and quality initiatives for optimal patient outcomes.

The role oversees a multidisciplinary team, coordinates trauma services, and reports to surgical leadership while collaborating with Parkwest leadership to meet program goals and