Job Description
Immediate Opening for Experienced Trauma Surgeon
Extant Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Trauma Surgeon to join our dynamic surgical team at
Centerpoint Medical Center in Kansas City, MO . The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive trauma care and perform emergency surgeries, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Trauma Program: - 285-bed facility
- Level II (State of MO)
- ED Annual Volume: 60,000
- 2900 patients/ year in trauma registry; 1800 trauma activations/ year
- Mainly blunt trauma
Key Responsibilities: - Perform emergency surgical procedures for trauma patients.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Participate in trauma call rotation.
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative care.
- Mentor and train residents, fellows, and medical students.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of surgical techniques and advancements in trauma care.
Qualifications: - Board Certification in General Surgery and Fellowship training in Trauma Surgery.
- Current, unrestricted medical license in the state.
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong decision-making abilities and ability to work under pressure.
Benefits: - Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
- Relocation assistance if applicable. .
Community: - Independence is situated in Jackson County, Missouri, and is a suburb of Kansas City, providing residents with access to urban amenities while maintaining a distinct community identity.
- As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 123,011, with a population density of 1,577.7 people per square mile. The median age of residents is 39.5 years, indicating a balanced demographic with both younger and older populations.
- The heart of Independence is its historic downtown area which is experiencing a renaissance with small businesses and annual events.
- Independence's cost of living is about 13% below the national average, with affordable healthcare and transportation costs
- Independence boasts over 700 acres of parks and 40 maintained parks, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities.
- The City of Independence:
The Hospital:
Centerpoint Medical Center is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to the Independence community and surrounding areas. Centerpoint opened in May 2007 and is the newest hospital in eastern Jackson County . With its extensive range of services and commitment to patient well-being, it stands as a cornerstone of healthcare in eastern Jackson County. Centerpoint Medical Center offers residency programs in internal medicine, providing extensive training under the mentorship of experienced physicians.
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Job Tags
Full time, Immediate start, Relocation package,