Trauma Surgeon Medical Director — Lead & Elevate Care

East; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits

Epic EMR

Physician Governance

Quality, Service, and Reputation

Job summary

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital in Athens, Georgia, seeks a board-certified Trauma Surgeon Medical Director to lead our surgicalist program in a Level II trauma center.

The role blends clinical and administrative duties, with a rotating 7-on/7-off schedule and opportunities to build a surgical practice while engaging with Piedmont physicians across the system.

Join a team of top clinicians, enjoy comprehensive benefits and competitive salary in a vibrant college town.

Qualifications

• Board-certified with a minimum of three years of experience.
• Trauma and Critical Care expertise.
• Ability to perform routine emergency general surgery procedures as well as acute care surgery.
• Experience in a Level II Trauma Center is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical and administrative activities as Medical Director of the surgicalist program.
• Collaborate with Piedmont Athens medical team and physician leaders across the system.
• Manage a rotating days/nights schedule (7 days on, 7 days off; 12–14 hour shifts).
• Support a high-quality patient care culture and continuous team development.

Skills

Trauma surgery

Critical care

Clinical leadership

Epic EMR

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital in Athens, Georgia, seeks a board-certified Trauma Surgeon Medical Director to lead our surgicalist program in a Level II trauma center.

The role blends clinical and administrative duties, with a rotating 7-on/7-off schedule and opportunities to build a surgical practice while engaging with Piedmont physicians across the system.

Join a team of top clinicians, enjoy comprehensive benefits and competitive salary in a vibrant college town.