Trauma Surgeon Jobs in Georgia

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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Daily volumes include approximately 35 trauma cases and 35 emergency general surgery (EGS) cases. The EGS census typically ranges from 20-35 patients....

Day and night shifts available 7am - 7pm and 7pm - 7am 35 trauma patients and 35 emergency general surgery patients per day Level I trauma center with emergency general surgery Pediatric trauma coverage...

Physician / Surgery - Trauma / Georgia / Permanent / Trauma Surgeon

  • Grovetown, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Grovetown, GA
  • 3 days ago

Fellowship Training: Fellowship trained in Trauma Surgery or Surgical Critical Care. Licensing: Must have a Georgia State License or the ability to obtain one prior to starting....

Facility in Georgia Seeks a Locums General Trauma Surgeon

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago

Day and night shifts available -- 7am - 7pm and 7pm - 7am 35 trauma patients and 35 emergency general surgery patients per day Level I trauma center with emergency general surgery Pediatric trauma coverage...

General Trauma Surgeon Is Wanted for Locums Assistance in GA

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago

patients and 35 emergency general surgery cases per day Level 1 trauma coverage Mid-level provider support available Must be fellowship trained in surgical critical care Minimum 50 trauma surgeries...

Facility in Georgia Seeks a Locums General Trauma Surgeon

  • Marietta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 8 days ago

Quick Facts Day and night shifts available 7am 7pm and 7pm 7am 35 trauma patients and 35 emergency general surgery patients per day Level I trauma center with emergency general surgery Pediatric trauma...

Acute Care Surgeon Opening in Carrollton, GA

  • Carrollton, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Carrollton, GA
  • 12 days ago

Surgery residency * Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery * Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in Georgia * Proficient in the full spectrum of general and acute care surgical...

Physician - Trauma Surgery - Roswell, GA

  • Roswell, GA
  • 14 days ago
  • Roswell, GA
  • 14 days ago

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Clinical Practice of Medicine Respond to trauma activations and general surgery cases Round and see patients in clinic post-operatively Requirements: Active...

Open Rank Clinical Faculty- Orthopedics,Trauma Surgeon

  • Augusta, GA
  • 16 days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 16 days ago

The selected candidate will be a board certified/board eligible, fellowship-trained Orthopaedic trauma surgeon to join a busy, established faculty practice in Augusta, Georgia....

Trauma Acute Care Surgeon and Emergency General Surgeon Lead

  • Marietta, GA
  • 25 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 25 days ago

for covering trauma, emergency general surgery, and surgical critical care Roughly 15% penetrating trauma Busy EGS service with dedicated robotic access GME surgery residency program with opportunities...

Must have active state license BC or BE required Days, Nights ATLS required & must be fellowship trained in surgical critical care 35 trauma patients per day & must have done over 50 trauma surgeries...

Acute Care Surgeon

  • Carrollton, GA
  • 28 days ago
  • Carrollton, GA
  • 28 days ago

Surgery Board certified or eligible in General Surgery Competence to perform a full spectrum of routine general surgery procedures and acute care surgery...

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Physician

  • GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • GA
  • 30+ days ago

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Physician Locums Job ID 177568 ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY - TRAUMA Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Physician JOB DETAILS This facility is seeking an Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Physician...

Physician - Trauma Surgery

  • Albany, GA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albany, GA
  • 90+ days ago

of critical care fellowship required Top notch physician amenities including gym and childcare center Qualifications Doctorate Degree in Medicine (Required) Completion of critical care fellowship (...

Demographic Data for Georgia

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Salary for Trauma Surgeon Jobs in Georgia

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

$283,310


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Trauma Surgeon positions.



Highest Education Level

Trauma Surgeons in Georgia offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
64.1%
Master's Degree
18.5%
Bachelor's Degree
8.7%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Some High School
1.1%
Associate's Degree
1.1%