Physician Surgery-General - Competitive Salary

Job Description

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\n

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• 495-bed Level II Trauma Center
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• High-volume, high-acuity surgical environment
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• Dedicated Surgical ICU
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• 24/7 in-house trauma coverage with structured backup
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• New residency program launching July 2026 through an academic partnership
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• Clinic space available in an on-campus medical office building
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Schedule\n

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• 24-hour shifts
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• Approximately 151 shifts per year (12???13 shifts per month)
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• Additional backup-only shifts available
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Compensation\n

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• Base Salary: $544,000 annually
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• Backup-only shifts: $500/night
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• Trauma Medical Director stipend: $80,000 annually
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Responsibilities\n

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• Provide operative and non-operative Trauma and Acute Care Surgery services
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• Provide ICU care for critically injured and medically complex patients
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• Lead trauma activations and manage emergency surgical cases
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• Participate in ACS services and inpatient consultations
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• Collaborate with APPs and multidisciplinary care teams
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• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
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• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
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Requirements\n

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• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery
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• Trauma/Surgical Critical Care fellowship preferred
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• Eligible for Texas medical licensure
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• Previous trauma or high-acuity surgical experience preferred
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Position Highlights\n

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• Competitive compensation with additional earning opportunities
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• Predictable 24-hour shift structure
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• High-volume trauma and operative experience
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• Opportunity for academic involvement with an upcoming residency program
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