Trauma Surgeon

Trauma Surgeon

Meritus Health is seeking a BC/BE trauma surgeon for a full-time position in our growing healthcare system. You will work alongside a team of skilled trauma surgeons and APPs covering trauma and emergency general surgery. Meritus is the busiest Level III trauma center in the state of MD with over 3400 activations in 2023 and will be applying for Level II designation in the near future. The trauma center includes 4-designated trauma rooms with dedicated trauma nurses and 24/7 trauma operating room availability. Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine opens in summer 2025, and a general surgery residency will also begin in 2025. Come be a part of this exciting transformation at Meritus towards an academic medical center that will provide you with a rewarding clinical experience and support your academic aspirations in education and research. This opportunity also includes sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, full benefits, and a strong retirement plan.

Meritus Health is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is home to award-winning care. If you are looking for an inclusive workplace, collaborative teams, and an environment that allows for goal attainment and professional growth, please join us as we make a difference for patients each and every day.

Job Description

• Work alongside a team of skilled trauma surgeons and APPs covering trauma and emergency general surgery
• Participate in the transformation towards an academic medical center

Requirements

• Meet credentialing requirements for MD state licensure, clinical privileges, and medical staff membership

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance; coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date
• Life insurance & disability coverage; includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits
• Paid time off (PTO); a generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• 401(k) retirement plan; benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals
• Education assistance & tuition reimbursement; support for your continued learning and career growth
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA); options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Shift differential pay; team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay

Compensation Information

$450,000.00 annually - sign-on bonus eligible