Trauma Surgeon

Job Description

Job Description

Trauma Surgery - Physician

• Position Overview:
• Location: UPMC Altoona
• Address: 620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601
• Employer: Regional Health Services
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Shift Pattern: Day/Night
• Visa Sponsorship: Accepts J1 & H1B Visas

We are looking for a Board Eligible/Board Certified General Surgeon with a focus on Surgical Critical Care to join our Trauma and Emergency General Surgery (EGS) team. This role offers a chance to engage in acute care surgery within a significant regional program, where the in-house trauma/EGS surgeon plays a pivotal clinical leadership role.

• Our facility is a crucial community hospital that treats over 1,200 trauma patients and conducts more than 800 Emergency General Surgical procedures annually. We handle a variety of trauma and acute surgical emergencies, including biliary diseases, bowel obstructions, diverticulitis, appendicitis (ages 12+), soft tissue infections, and other urgent surgical conditions.

As part of our team, your contributions will be invaluable. The in-house trauma/EGS surgeon acts as a key resource for the Emergency Department, medical staff, EMS, hospital leadership, and the broader community. You will collaborate with a close-knit team of experienced trauma, surgical critical care, and EGS physicians, supported by a dedicated Trauma Medical Director, Trauma Program Manager, performance improvement and registry teams, outreach coordinator, and skilled trauma Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), along with the administrative management team.

• We offer 24/7 in-house trauma/EGS coverage with backup call. Most trauma patients are admitted directly. Those needing Level I resources are quickly stabilized and transferred to a tertiary trauma center, with on-site aeromedical transport available. We maintain strong partnerships with regional EMS and serve as a referral center for EGS transfers from nearby hospitals.

Clinical and Program Highlights

• Established Level III trauma program with robust institutional and medical staff support.
• Over 1,200 trauma patients and more than 800 emergency general surgery cases each year.
• Opportunities for active participation in trauma performance improvement, outreach initiatives, program development, and medical student education.

• Qualifications:
• Required:
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Surgical Critical Care.
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure.
• A strong commitment to patient-centered care and excellent interpersonal skills are essential, as we prioritize delivering high-quality care in a compassionate and professional environment.
• Preferred:
• Experience or interest in Level 3 trauma, Trauma Performance Improvement, EMS collaboration, regional trauma systems, community hospital acute care surgery, and medical student education.

What We Offer:

• Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model *PSLF Eligible
• Competitive compensation package with opportunities for additional incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA and FSA options available.
• Employer-paid short and long-term disability coverage.
• Group life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• CME allowance.
• Tuition assistance available for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and dependents.
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance.
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with a 50% employer match (pre-tax), plus an employer-paid pension plan. You can participate in both!
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance with no tail policy required.

About Us

• We are a renowned nonprofit healthcare provider and insurer dedicated to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services.
• Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, we are shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education.
• Committed to enhancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania.
• Our workforce of 100,000 employees, including over 5,000 physicians, serves patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as internationally.
• Our insurance services cover over 4 million members, ensuring the highest quality care at the most affordable prices.

Our Values

We are guided by shared values that shape our work and hold us accountable to one another. Our core values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation are essential in fostering a cohesive and positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and the community.

Commitment to Diversity

We recognize that talent and skill are enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise our staff brings to the workplace. A diverse workforce at all levels enriches our organization, ensuring we possess the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation necessary for a leading, forward-thinking integrated healthcare system.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further details, please apply today.