Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

Job Summary

Specializes in the emergency diagnosis, surgical fixation, and reconstruction of severe musculoskeletal injuries, including high-energy fractures, pelvic/acetabular trauma, polytrauma, nonunions, and malunions.

Key Responsibilities

Perform emergency and elective surgeries (ORIF, external fixation, intramedullary nailing, pelvic/acetabular reconstruction). Trauma Call: Provide coverage for emergency rooms and trauma bays, treating limb-threatening emergencies (compartment syndrome, open fractures, vascular injury). Patient Management: Direct inpatient rounding, ICU consultations, and outpatient follow-up care to optimize bone healing and rehabilitation.

Collaboration: Coordinate surgical timing and recovery plans with general trauma, neurosurgery, vascular, and critical care teams. Compliance & Quality: Maintain clinical documentation, participate in Trauma Quality Improvement (QI) and M&M conferences, and mentor residents/fellows (if academic).

Qualifications

& Requirements Training: Accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency + Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship. Licensure & Certification: Board Certification or Eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS/AOBOS). Current ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) certification. We offer full time employee benefits including: Competitive Compensation 401k Retirement Plan Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance $5,000/ yr BERA Allowance Malpractice Coverage Back end support including billing, credentialing, payroll and clinic management.