Acute Care Surgeon

Job Description:

When you join us, you’ll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of “helping people live the healthiest lives possible.” Salt Lake City offers an exceptional lifestyle with easy access to world-class skiing, five national parks, and a vibrant cultural scene featuring symphony, ballet, Broadway theater, and professional sports.

About this role:

As a physician in the Division of Acute Care Surgery, you’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality care and an excellent patient experience. This position will specifically focus on emergency general surgery (EGS) care. You’ll manage the full spectrum of EGS conditions as defined by the American College of Surgeons, including:

• Acute abdomen/peritonitis

• Soft tissue infections

• Gallbladder disease

• GI obstruction

• Pancreatitis

• Diverticular disease

• Appendicitis

• GI bleeding

• Perforated peptic ulcer

• Incarcerated hernia

Additional responsibilities include responding to trauma activations, supporting an EGS outpatient clinic, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and teaching medical students and residents. Preference will be given to candidates with minimally invasive surgical skills and/or experience in spine exposure procedures. Robotic platform access is robust.

Schedule & Clinical Expectations:

• Schedule: 14 12-hour restricted shifts on the EGS service per month

• Telehealth: Provide EGS care via telehealth for our transfer center and sister facilities

• Clinic: One day per week for post-op and semi-urgent follow-ups

• Elective Surgery: De-emphasized but supported with OR block time

• Call: Hospital-based with