Trauma Research Director | Acute Care Surgery

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, El Paso

Practice Highlights:

• Desirable Practice Setting: Join a Level 1 Trauma Center at University Medical Center and El Paso Children’s Hospital, providing acute care surgery, trauma, emergency general surgery, and burn care.
• Clinical & Academic Balance: 90% clinical, 10% academic research & teaching in trauma care, surgical critical care, and burns.
• Leadership Opportunities: Lead trauma research, mentor fellows, residents, and medical students, and contribute to department growth.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible call schedule with an average of 3.7 acute care surgery calls per month. Additional call opportunities with extra compensation.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Guaranteed Compensation: Compensation package includes guaranteed base salary and call pay
• Generous Bonuses: Eligible for departmental incentive bonuses based on academic and clinical productivity.
• Sign-On & Relocation Assistance: Includes $10,000 relocation and sign-on bonus.
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive health insurance, 15 PTO days per year, and an $8,000 professional development allowance.

Qualifications:

• MD/DO with completion or pending completion of a Surgical Critical Care Fellowship.
• Board Certified/Eligible in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care.
• Interest in teaching, research, and academic growth in trauma care.

About El Paso:

• Prime Location: El Paso offers a mix of urban and suburban living with excellent public and private schools, abundant outdoor recreation, and easy access to nearby cities like Las Cruces and Albuquerque.
• Vibrant Lifestyle: Explore beautiful parks, hiking trails, and lakes while enjoying year-round sunshine and an affordable cost of living.

JOB REFERENCE: TRS 23633

Trauma Surgeon, Acute Care Surgeon, Surgical Critical Care, Emergency General Surgery, Trauma Research Director