Academic Physician - MD/DO - Trauma Surgeon

Trauma Surgeon Opportunity

SSM Health SLUCare Academic | Saint Louis University Hospital | St. Louis, Missouri

SSM Health SLUCare Academic is seeking a fellowship-trained Trauma Surgeon to join our growing team at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, a nationally recognized Level I Trauma Center. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice in a high-acuity academic environment while contributing to the education and training of future surgeons through Saint Louis University School of Medicine.

Why Join Us?

Academic Medicine:

• Faculty appointment through Saint Louis University School of Medicine
• Opportunities to teach, mentor, and work alongside residents and medical students
• Participation in clinical research and scholarly activities

Work-Life Balance:

• Trauma surgeons take q6 in-house call
• Primary call coverage at q8
• Backup call coverage at q4
• Schedule designed to support physician wellness, retention, and career longevity

Collaborative Environment:

• Join a collegial team of nationally recognized trauma and acute care surgeons
• Practice within a high-volume Level I Trauma Center serving a diverse patient population
• Strong multidisciplinary support and resources

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive trauma and acute care surgery services at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital (and the VA for applicable split-role positions)
• Participate in trauma call coverage according to the established schedule
• Engage in teaching, mentorship, research, and scholarly activities
• Maintain compliance with risk management, quality assurance, coding, and documentation standards
• Participate in community outreach, education, and program development initiatives

Qualifications:

Education:

• MD or DO degree
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency
• Completion of a Trauma/Critical Care or Surgical Critical Care fellowship

Licensure & Certification:

• Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Surgical Critical Care

Experience:

• Academic experience preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentorship, and research

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary plus productivity-based RVU incentives
• Academic appointment through Saint Louis University School of Medicine
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Relocation assistance available
• Sign-on bonus available

Join SSM Health SLUCare and become part of a mission-driven academic trauma program dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, and innovation.

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, a LEVEL 1 Time Critical Diagnosis hospital in Stroke, Trauma and STEMI, is at the forefront of ground-breaking medical treatments, procedures, clinical trials and comprehensive patient care. Our commitment to research and innovation allows us to treat you and your family with the care you deserve. SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital has been an academic hospital in the St. Louis community for more than 80 years.

We serve as the medical teaching hospital for Saint Louis University School of Medicine, and exclusively staffed by the SLUCare Physician Group. This relationship between SSM Health, SLUCare and Saint Louis University School of Medicine provides advanced health care solutions that benefit our community.

Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, there’s always something to do or see here.

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