Trauma Surgeon

Skilled Wound Care•Memphis, TN

7h•$200,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

Skilled Wound Care, a premier national physician group, is hiring Trauma Surgeons in Memphis, TN 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 compared to the trauma bay. 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
Trauma and Acute Care Surgeons, Family Medicine and Internal Medicine physicians are welcome.
No previous wound care experience is required; comprehensive wound care training is provided.

Nice To Haves

Part-time role during off weeks

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.
Monday–Friday surgeon job.
Surgical debridement and bedside procedures stay part of your daily practice.
Predictable days replace the adrenaline, sleep deprivation and emotional weight of the trauma bay.
Follow patients through healing and build lasting relationships.
Clinical Autonomy: Direct patient outcomes based on your surgical expertise, not a hospital committee or department hierarchy.
Custom software is designed to slash admin time.
Performance bonuses
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