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The Resource Group

Trauma Surgery

Austin, TX · On-site

Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas is seeking an Academic Acute Care Surgeon to ... Surgical ICU management As part of our regional burn program, faculty also participate in overnight ...

Protean Med LLC

Other Physician Assistant

Loveland, CO · On-site

$97K - $132K/yr

Permanent Full-Time Physician Assistant Trauma Surgery Overview Seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to provide overnight trauma and acute care surgery coverage in a hospital-based setting.

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How much do overnight trauma surgeon jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight trauma surgeon in the United States is $325,416.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $250,000.00 and $390,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Trauma Surgeon vs Emergency Medicine Physician?

AspectOvernight Trauma SurgeonEmergency Medicine Physician
CredentialsMedical Degree, Surgical Residency, Trauma Surgery CertificationMedical Degree, Emergency Medicine Residency
Work EnvironmentHospitals, Trauma Centers, Operating RoomsEmergency Departments, Urgent Care Centers
Employer & IndustryHospitals, Trauma CentersHospitals, Emergency Departments
Work HoursOvernight shifts, on-call for trauma casesVaried shifts, including nights and weekends

While both Overnight Trauma Surgeons and Emergency Medicine Physicians work in hospital settings and handle urgent cases, the trauma surgeon specializes in surgical interventions for trauma patients, often working overnight shifts in trauma centers. Emergency Medicine Physicians provide initial assessment and stabilization in emergency departments, managing a broader range of acute conditions. Understanding these differences helps clarify their distinct roles in emergency care.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Trauma Surgeon job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $325,416 per year, or $156.4 per hour.

Surgery - Trauma Physician

WhiteCoat Locums

Du Bois, PA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Trauma Surgeon
Position Overview
Seeking a Board Certified Trauma Surgeon with fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care for full-time locum coverage at a Level II Trauma Center. The provider will deliver comprehensive adult trauma care with dedicated trauma surgery coverage, emergency general surgery collaboration, and 24-hour Advanced Practice Provider support.
Compensation:
Hourly Rate: $4130 per 24 hours
Night Call: $1090/shift
Call Back: $370/hr
Schedule
Start Date: September 7, 2026
Contract Length: 26 weeks
Full-time coverage
7 10 shifts per month, including one weekend
12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM 7:00 PM) with overnight call
Practice Setting
Acute Care Hospital
Level II Trauma Center
Inpatient Trauma Surgery
Responsibilities
Provide inpatient trauma surgery coverage
Evaluate and manage adult trauma patients
Perform trauma surgery procedures, including:
Abdominal trauma
Thoracic trauma
Orthopedic trauma
Vascular trauma
Neurosurgical trauma management
Participate in daytime coverage with overnight call
Collaborate with emergency general surgery and multidisciplinary teams
Practice Details
272-bed hospital
Adult patient population
Four trauma bays in the Emergency Department
Two surgeons on weekdays (Trauma and Emergency General Surgery)
One surgeon on weekends
24-hour APP coverage
Backup trauma surgeon available with a 15-minute response time
EMR
Cerner
Requirements
Board Certified in Trauma Surgery
Fellowship trained in Surgical Critical Care
Active Pennsylvania license or IMLC Letter of Qualification
ATLS certification
DEA
Minimum 1 2 years of post-fellowship experience
Additional Information
Temporary privileges available with expedited credentialing (approximately 3 4 weeks).
Providers must complete credentialing paperwork promptly to meet the anticipated start date.

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