Associate TRACS Medical Director
Salem, OR, US
Physician
Part Time
Job ID: #11986
Department: General Surgeon – TRACS
Position Type: Full Time, 1.0 FTE
Shift Type: Days, plus call
Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering competitive compensation where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able to effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
We are looking for providers who exemplify Salem Health’s five core values of Excellence, Caring, Teamwork, Accountability & Integrity. We believe in Respect for People and have a commitment to a culture of healing and caring among health care staff and providers. No patient, employee or provider harm is acceptable to us.
Your Role With Us:
Salem Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Associate Medical Director to join our Trauma Acute Care Surgery (TRACS) team. This leadership role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively in providing exceptional care, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and driving quality initiatives within our dynamic health care system.
As the TRACS Associate Medical Director, you will:
- Deliver clinical coverage for general surgery and trauma-related services as part of the general surgery trauma call group.
- Assist the TRACS Medical Director in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and implementing quality initiatives.
- Provide professional surgical services as part of the TRACS/SHMG General Surgery service line.
- Participate in internal and external committees, supporting organizational goals and representing the TRACS program.
- Contribute to administrative tasks and strategic initiatives as assigned by the TRACS Medical Director.
- Serve as a delegate for the TRACS Medical Director in their absence.
Background/Expertise:
- Demonstrated experience performing at least 50 general surgical procedures within the last two years and a minimum of 42 clinical shifts.
- Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
- Board Certification in Surgery (American Board of Surgery or American Osteopathic Board of Surgery).
- Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Oregon.
- DEA certification
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification and recertification every four years.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Completion of 48 hours of trauma-related Category 1 CME within a three-year period.
- Certification from the American Burn Association preferred.
- Training in disaster preparedness preferred.
- Familiarity with Lean methodology to drive process improvements.
Total Rewards Offerings:
- Relocation Assistance available
- Medical director stipend of $20,000
- Up to 20K start bonus
- Up to 100K student loan repayment
- 4,000 annual continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; Life insurance; Short and long-term disability
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
- Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; Life insurance; Short and long-term disability
Department: General Surgeon – TRACS
Position Type: Full Time, 1.0 FTE
Shift Type: Days, plus call
Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering competitive compensation where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able to effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
We are looking for providers who exemplify Salem Health’s five core values of Excellence, Caring, Teamwork, Accountability & Integrity. We believe in Respect for People and have a commitment to a culture of healing and caring among health care staff and providers. No patient, employee or provider harm is acceptable to us.
Your Role With Us:
Salem Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Associate Medical Director to join our Trauma Acute Care Surgery (TRACS) team. This leadership role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively in providing exceptional care, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and driving quality initiatives within our dynamic health care system.
As the TRACS Associate Medical Director, you will:
- Deliver clinical coverage for general surgery and trauma-related services as part of the general surgery trauma call group.
- Assist the TRACS Medical Director in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and implementing quality initiatives.
- Provide professional surgical services as part of the TRACS/SHMG General Surgery service line.
- Participate in internal and external committees, supporting organizational goals and representing the TRACS program.
- Contribute to administrative tasks and strategic initiatives as assigned by the TRACS Medical Director.
- Serve as a delegate for the TRACS Medical Director in their absence.
Background/Expertise:
- Demonstrated experience performing at least 50 general surgical procedures within the last two years and a minimum of 42 clinical shifts.
- Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
- Board Certification in Surgery (American Board of Surgery or American Osteopathic Board of Surgery).
- Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Oregon.
- DEA certification
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification and recertification every four years.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Completion of 48 hours of trauma-related Category 1 CME within a three-year period.
- Certification from the American Burn Association preferred.
- Training in disaster preparedness preferred.
- Familiarity with Lean methodology to drive process improvements.
Total Rewards Offerings:
- Relocation Assistance available
- Medical director stipend of $20,000
- Up to 20K start bonus
- Up to 100K student loan repayment
- 4,000 annual continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; Life insurance; Short and long-term disability
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
- Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; Life insurance; Short and long-term disability
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