Trauma Surgery Physicians

Kanz; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership opportunities

Supportive and diverse workplace

Job summary

A leading medical center in Cleveland is seeking a Trauma / Critical Care Surgeon for a full-time academic position. Responsibilities include providing care to trauma patients, mentoring residents, and participating in teaching and research activities. Candidates should be board-certified in General Surgery with experience in Surgical Critical Care. The position offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for academic growth.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have board certification or eligibility in General Surgery.
• Experience in Surgical Critical Care is preferred.
• Strong interest in teaching is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to trauma and critically ill patients.
• Take calls for acute care surgery.
• Mentor residents and fellows.
• Participate in academic activities including teaching.

Skills

Strong interest in teaching

Excellent interpersonal skills

Collaborative work in a multidisciplinary team

Commitment to high-standard patient care

Continuous learning

Education

Board-certified/eligible in General Surgery

Additional qualifications in Surgical Critical Care

Job description

Job Summary

Trauma / Critical Care Surgeon – MetroHealth Medical Center, Cleveland, OH. Full‑time academic position with biweekly hours averaging 80.00 hours. Shift: 8–5. The Division of Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, Burns, and Acute Care Surgery at MetroHealth Medical Center is accepting applications for a full‑time academic surgeon. Successful candidates should be board‑certified/eligible in General Surgery with added qualifications in Surgical Critical Care and have a strong interest in teaching. An academic appointment to Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) commensurate with the candidate's academic record will be offered.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality care to trauma, emergency general surgery, and critically ill patients.
• Take approximately 4–6 calls per month covering acute care surgery (trauma, general surgery, and critical care).
• Serve as a team player and mentor, training residents and fellows from the region, including ED residents, Cleveland Clinic surgery residents, and students from CWRU and University Hospitals of Cleveland.
• Contribute to a critical care fellowship program and foster leadership development.
• Participate in academic activities, including teaching, research, and publication, to advance the group’s academic reputation.

Qualifications

• Board‑certified/eligible in General Surgery.
• Additional qualifications or experience in Surgical Critical Care.
• Strong interest in teaching and academic career development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to high‑standard patient care and continuous learning.

Benefits & Commitment

The MetroHealth System, part of the only verified Level 1 trauma center in the region, offers a large teaching hospital environment, leadership opportunities, and a supportive, diverse workplace. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Contact

Interested Applicants Please Contact: Dr. Jeffrey A. Claridge, [e-mail]