Trauma and Acute Care Surgeon

Garnet Health • Mechanicstown, NY

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About The Position

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, the Trauma and Acute Care Surgeon provides trauma and acute surgery coverage consistent with Garnet Health Medical Center standards of care. The surgeon educates, consults with, and manages surgical patients, assisting patients and families, the patient care team, and other physicians and providers. The role collaborates with nurse practitioners, physician assistants, anesthesiologists, physicians, nurses, case management, physical and occupational therapy, and departments involved in surgical patient care. The surgeon also serves as a clinical educator, supporting staff with surgical competencies, new procedures, and advanced practice skills, and works with the care team to implement the medical aspects of patient care and promote a quality patient experience. The position is accountable to the Medical Director, Trauma Program.

The listed annual compensation range is $444,422–$493,973. The range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differentials, or other compensation or benefits; compensation may depend on factors such as location, specialty, service line, relevant experience, education, credentials, contracts, budget, and internal equity.

Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited school of medicine or osteopathy.
• New York State medical license.
• Board certification in surgery.
• Board certification or eligibility in trauma/surgical critical care.
• ACLS and ATLS certifications.
• PALS.
• Opioid Prescriber Certification.
• NYS Infection Control certification.
• Valid, unrestricted DEA certification.
• Ability to perform prolonged standing and withstand long periods of sitting, standing, and/or constant walking.
• Ability to perform full anatomical range of motion, with visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment.
• Ability to lift 10 pounds.
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships, work well under pressure, organize and synthesize new information, prioritize tasks, think critically and analytically, adapt flexibly, multitask, and maintain detailed attention in an environment with uncontrolled interruptions.
• Sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

Nice To Haves

• Five years of surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma and acute surgery coverage in accordance with Garnet Health Medical Center standards of care.
• Educate, consult with, and manage the surgical patient population.
• Assist patients and families, the patient care team, and other physicians and providers.
• Collaborate with nurse practitioners, physician assistants, anesthesiologists, other physicians, nurses, case management, physical and occupational therapy, and relevant departments.
• Educate staff on surgical competencies, new procedures, and advanced practice skills.
• Work with the care team to implement necessary medical aspects of patient care.
• Use clinical skills to promote a quality patient experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree