General Surgery, Trauma and Surgical Critical Care

Yale-New Haven Hospital is one of the Top 10 largest hospitals in the United States and is ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the best hospitals in the country. It is Yale School of Medicine s primary teaching hospital. The Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven Hospital is designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute, one of only 41 in the country.

The Section of General Surgery, Trauma and Surgical Critical Care combines cutting-edge clinical care, education and training of future surgeons, with the most advanced research to improve the management of critically ill or injured patients. The Section has three clinical missions.

• Trauma cares for all trauma patients admitted to Yale-New Haven Hospital, which is the regional Level 1 Trauma Center for Southern Connecticut and the only trauma center in the state to be verified by the American College of Surgeons for both adult and pediatric patients.
• Surgical Critical Care manages all critically ill surgical patients through its critical care services (the Surgical Intensive Care Unit and the Intermediate Care Unit).
• Emergency General Surgery treats patients with surgical emergencies both in the Emergency Department and in the hospital.

These clinical missions are performed by a dedicated group of surgeons who provide around-the-clock, in-house coverage 365 days a year. In addition to its clinical responsibilities, the Section has a strong dedication to education.

The Section trains two Critical Care Fellows per year, one Acute Care Surgery Fellow, as well as residents in surgery, anesthesia and emergency medicine, medical students, nurses, and pre-hospital providers. Finally, the Section is also involved in multiple facets of clinical research, with ongoing clinical trials in several areas.

Why Choose Yale School of Medicine:

Excellent work environment Collaborative group practice focused on clinical and academic development within a supportive environment based on team care.

Career Advancement Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system!

Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, mortgage program, commuter benefits, Yale home buying program, college tuition benefit plan, and advantage discount program (discounts for activities, travel, services, shopping, and more).

About New Haven: New Haven is a city of innovation and culture, situated between Boston and New York on Long Island Sound. It boasts museums, theaters, music, sports, and award-winning restaurants, alongside a mix of boutique shops and national brands. With quaint neighborhoods and vibrant downtown, the city offers various living options. New Haven is easily accessible by plane, train, and car, and is walkable or bike-friendly, with a free shuttle service from Yale.

Responsibilities:

• 26 weeks working; typical ACS practice
• Elective surgery encouraged but not required
• 90% clinical if academic clinician, 80% clinical if clinician scientist educator track
• Expected call requirements between York Street Campus and Saint Raphael Campus
• Expand the academic profile of the program in education and if desired clinical research.

Qualifications:

• Research and/or education program development experience
• Residency in general surgery and fellowship in surgical critical care +/- acute care surgery
• Research/Publication background preferred
• Board certified/Board eligible

Licensure:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or foreign equivalent
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in Connecticut, or willing to obtain

Application Instructions:

Excited to join our team?

Apply here: Trauma, Acute Surgeon, NH, Assistant/Associate Professor - Yale or contact our recruiter at

Book time with Maren: Book time with Maren Crawford: Prelim Interview

All final candidates will need to provide three letters of recommendation.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.