Trauma Surgeon

Skilled Wound Care • San Jose, CA

4d • $200,000 - $300,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Skilled Wound Care, a premier national physician group, is hiring Trauma Surgeons in San Jose, CA to work as wound care physicians and lead wound care initiatives in skilled nursing facilities across the area. This role offers a high-impact career without the corporate red tape, providing a refreshing alternative to the traditional trauma surgery lifestyle with no nights, no weekends, and no 24-hour shifts. The position allows surgeons to utilize their expertise in complex wounds, debridement, and soft tissue management, while also offering clinical autonomy and a healthier pace with predictable days. The company utilizes custom software designed to reduce administrative time, allowing for a better work-life balance.

Requirements

• Medical Degree: MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Medical License: Unrestricted/clear medical license in the state of practice (or eligibility to obtain one)
• DEA License: Or eligibility to obtain one
• Open Background: We welcome Trauma and Acute Care Surgeons and surgeons of all backgrounds, as well as Family Medicine and Internal Medicine physicians.
• No previous wound care experience is required; we provide comprehensive wound care training

Responsibilities

• Surgical and sharp debridement and other bedside procedures
• Evaluation and treatment of chronic, non-healing and complex wounds, including pressure injuries and post-surgical wounds
• Advanced dressings and specialized wound protocols
• Collaborative care in skilled nursing facilities and the post-acute setting, where you follow patients through healing

Benefits

• No nights, no weekends, no 24-hour shifts and no pagers.
• No overnight trauma activations.
• A true Monday–Friday surgeon job.
• Predictable days replace the adrenaline, sleep deprivation and emotional weight of the trauma bay.
• Follow patients through healing and build lasting relationships, instead of handing them off once they’re stable.
• Clinical Autonomy: Direct patient outcomes based on your surgical expertise, not a hospital committee or department hierarchy.
• Smarter Documentation: Our custom software is designed to slash admin time, so you’re not stuck charting at midnight when you could be home at a reasonable hour.
• Great Place to Work® Certified!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior