Trauma Surgeon Jobs in Florida

A Trauma Surgeon is a highly trained medical professional who specializes in the surgical management of critically injured or seriously ill patients. They primarily work in hospital emergency departments, where they are responsible for making quick decisions and performing complex procedures to treat life-threatening conditions such as gunshot wounds, severe burns, or severe car accidents. Trauma Surgeons may also be called upon to perform surgical procedures on any part of the body, excluding the brain. They coordinate with other specialists and healthcare workers to ensure comprehensive patient care.

To become a Trauma Surgeon, certain skills and certifications are required. A strong foundation in general surgery is paramount, and they must be board-certified in general surgery. They must also complete a fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. Key skills include the ability to work under pressure, agility, fast decision-making, excellent hand-eye coordination, and strong communication skills. Prior to becoming a Trauma Surgeon, an individual may work as a resident in general surgery, a surgical fellow, or an attending physician in a critical care setting.

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The clinician will collaborate with a team of five employed trauma surgeons and advanced practice providers to ensure continuity of trauma surgery care....

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Physician / Surgery - Trauma / Florida / Permanent / Trauma Surgery Physician Opportunity in Florida

  • Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc
  • Interlachen, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Interlachen, FL
  • 5 days ago

Details: Specialty: Trauma Surgery Board Certification: General Surgery with added qualifications in Surgical Critical Care License: Active Florida state license required Schedule: 14 shifts per month...

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Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics-Trauma / Florida / Permanent / ORS Trauma Surgeon Perm Top Salary

  • Locum Physicians
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 10 days ago

Orthopedic Surgery (Trauma) Gainesville, FLThis leading private orthopedic practice in North Central Florida, is seeking a BC/BE Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon for our Gainesville, FL location....

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Physician / Surgery - Trauma / Florida / Locum or Permanent / Trauma Surgery Physician Job near Ocal

  • Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc
  • Ocala, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 14 days ago

Applicants must be BC/BE in both general surgery and surgical critical care....

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Physician / Surgery - Trauma / Florida / Locum or Permanent / Trauma Surgery Physician Job near Fort

  • Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 14 days ago

Recruited Trauma Surgeon will join an hospital employed group which also maintains a surgery practice while not practicing Trauma....

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Physician / Surgery - Trauma / Florida / Permanent / Physician - Trauma Surgeon Job

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 14 days ago

surgeon call scheduleTrauma Surgeon Requirements:BC general surgeon with additional certification in surgical critical care, traumaMust have at least 5+ years of experience in traumaClinical excellence...

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Competitive Salary What You Will Need Board Certified/Board Eligible General Surgery Comfort level with all aspects of acute care general surgery 1 year of experience is preferred Basic Life Support...

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Nocturnist Acute Care Surgeon - Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

  • University of Florida
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 45+ days ago

The Division provides a full-service acute care surgery model downtown, including adult and pediatric trauma care, emergency general surgery, and surgical critical care....

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Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Trauma Surgeon Jobs in Florida

This is the average annual salary for Trauma Surgeon jobs in Florida as reported by the BLS.

$320,700


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Trauma Surgeon positions.



Highest Education Level

Trauma Surgeons in Florida offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
62.7%
Master's Degree
18.6%
Bachelor's Degree
9.8%
High School or GED
3.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Associate's Degree
1.0%
Some High School
1.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Trauma Surgeon position


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