Per Diem Trauma & Acute Care Surgeons

We are seeking experienced Trauma & Acute Care Surgeons to join an established surgical team at a 495-bed Level II Trauma Center in Amarillo, Texas. This opportunity offers high-acuity trauma and acute care surgery, established patient volume, predictable coverage expectations, and strong support from experienced APPs and multidisciplinary teams.

Program Highlights

495-bed Level II Trauma Center

High-volume, high-acuity surgical environment

Dedicated Surgical ICU

24/7 in-house trauma coverage with structured backup

New residency program launching July 2026 through an academic partnership

Clinic space available in an on-campus medical office building

Schedule

24-hour shifts

Approximately 151 shifts per year (12–13 shifts per month)

Additional backup-only shifts available

Compensation

Base Salary: $544,000 annually

Backup-only shifts: $500/night

Trauma Medical Director stipend: $80,000 annually

Responsibilities

Provide operative and non-operative Trauma and Acute Care Surgery services

Provide ICU care for critically injured and medically complex patients

Lead trauma activations and manage emergency surgical cases

Participate in ACS services and inpatient consultations

Collaborate with APPs and multidisciplinary care teams

Participate in quality improvement initiatives

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Requirements

Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery

Trauma/Surgical Critical Care fellowship preferred

Eligible for Texas medical licensure

Previous trauma or high-acuity surgical experience preferred

PositionHighlights

Competitive compensation with additional earning opportunities

Predictable 24-hour shift structure

High-volume trauma and operative experience

Opportunity for academic involvement with an upcoming residency program

Strong APP, ICU, and multidisciplinary support

Leadership opportunity with additional Trauma Medical Director stipend available