Academic Faculty Physician- Trauma Surgery

Job Summary:
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Trauma Surgeon to join our dynamic team of surgeons within the Department of Surgery. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a high-acuity, academic Level I Trauma Center, providing comprehensive trauma, emergency general surgery, and critical care services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide surgical care to trauma and critically ill patients in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Participate in trauma call coverage and manage acute surgical emergencies.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, trauma registry reviews, and protocol development.
• Engage in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Participate in clinical research and academic activities, as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or eligibility in General Surgery.
• Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care and/or Trauma preferred.
• Eligible for medical licensure in North Carolina.
• Strong commitment to patient care, education, and academic excellence.

Incentives:

• Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and life insurance, occurrence insurance, a generous retirement program, college tuition assistance for dependents, and relocation assistance.
• Academic Environment: Become part of the Wake Forest University School of Medicine, fostering an environment dedicated to clinical, education, and research excellence.

About Us:
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is the academic health system of Wake Forest University and a leader in trauma care, medical education, and clinical research. Our Level I Trauma Center serves as a referral center for the region and is nationally recognized for excellence in surgical care.