Trauma & Acute Care Surgery Physician

A leading 495-bed acute care hospital in West Texas is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Trauma & Acute Care Surgery Physicians to join a high-volume, well-supported surgical program. This Level II Trauma Center is expanding services and will support a new surgical residency program launching July 2026, offering a strong academic and clinical environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for surgeons seeking a balanced, shift-based schedule with competitive compensation and exposure to a diverse trauma and acute care caseload.

Program Highlights:

• Level II Trauma Center
• 495-bed full-service acute care hospital

Anticipated Annual Volumes:

• Trauma Activations: 1,618
• Trauma Admissions: 1,006

Acute Care Surgery (ACS) Operative Volume: 473

• Active development of a residency training program (launching July 2026)
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary care model with strong hospital support

Schedule & Coverage Model:

• Total Annual Shifts: 151 (approx. 12–13 shifts/month)
• Trauma Coverage: 91 in-house days per year
• ACS/Backup Coverage: 60 shifts annually
• 12-hour ACS coverage + 12-hour backup
• 30-minute call-back response time
• Optional backup shifts available (~125 annually) 

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive compensation. Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and malpractice coverage

Requirements:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery
• Fellowship training in Trauma Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, or Acute Care Surgery preferred
• Eligible for or active Texas medical licensure
• ATLS certification required
• Demonstrated experience in trauma and acute care surgery
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment