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CommonSpirit Health

Academic Nocturnist

Chandler, AZ

$246K/yr

Reports to the Program Director in matters relating to education * Provides input into the ... trauma center in the state of Arizona, with over 5000 trauma activations annually. It is also a ...

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What is a trauma program director?

A Trauma Program Director is a healthcare professional responsible for overseeing the operation and quality of a hospital's trauma program. This role typically involves coordinating trauma care, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing trauma team staff, and leading quality improvement initiatives. The director works closely with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to optimize patient outcomes and maintain the hospital's trauma center designation. They may also be involved in education, community outreach, and data management related to trauma services.

What are some common challenges faced by trauma program directors in managing multidisciplinary teams?

Trauma Program Directors often navigate the complexities of coordinating care among surgeons, emergency physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff. Balancing differing priorities, communication styles, and schedules can be challenging, especially in fast-paced, high-stress environments. Additionally, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining continuous quality improvement requires strong leadership and organizational skills. Effective Trauma Program Directors foster collaboration, offer clear guidance, and facilitate regular interdisciplinary meetings to address challenges and streamline patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trauma program director, and why are they important?

A Trauma Program Director needs comprehensive knowledge of trauma care systems, leadership experience, and typically an advanced clinical degree such as RN, MD, or DO with relevant certifications like ATLS or TNCC. Familiarity with trauma registry databases, quality improvement tools, and accreditation standards (e.g., ACS) is crucial. Exceptional organizational, communication, and decision-making skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies ensure effective coordination of trauma services, compliance with regulations, and optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.

What is the difference between Trauma Program Director vs Trauma Coordinator?

Trauma Program DirectorTrauma Coordinator
Oversees the entire trauma program, manages staff, develops policies, and ensures compliance with accreditation standards.Supports trauma team operations, assists with data collection, and helps implement trauma protocols under supervision.

The Trauma Program Director typically holds advanced certifications, has leadership responsibilities, and works in hospital administration. The Trauma Coordinator focuses on operational support and data management. Both roles are essential in trauma care, but the director has broader oversight and strategic duties.

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Infographic showing various Trauma Program Director job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Trauma Surgeon - SICU Director & PD SICU director

District Medical Group Inc. (DMG)

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Surgical Critical Care Fellowship Program Director and Surgical ICU Medical Director for Trauma, Critical Care, and Acute Care Surgery

District Medical Group (DMG) is well known as a respected leader in the healthcare industry in the Phoenix area, with a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation and dedication to the patients and communities we serve. DMG is one of the largest physician groups in the Valley, with over 450 dedicated physicians/APP's, supported by approximately 100 skilled professional/administrative team members.

The Department of Surgery is seeking an experienced Surgical Critical Care Fellowship Program Director and Surgical ICU Medical Director. This Trauma Surgeon will report directly to the Chief of Trauma and the Chair of the Department of Surgery. Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care by the American Board of Surgery. They must also have strong experience in emergency surgery, surgical critical care, and trauma patient care, along with a record of teaching and research in health services, translational science, or basic science. Candidates must hold an M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical or osteopathic school and must have completed both a General Surgery residency and a Surgical Critical Care fellowship.

DMG is a not-for-profit physician-owned and physician-operated faculty practice plan with providers across major medical and surgical specialties and subspecialties. Our physicians hold faculty appointments and take part in inter-professional teaching through the Creighton University Arizona Health Education Alliance. The Alliance includes a fully accredited ACGME General Surgery Residency, and our program is home to Phoenix's only ACGME-accredited Surgical Critical Care residency. We are also one of only 13 hospitals nationwide accredited by the American College of Surgeons for Adult and Pediatric Trauma and Burns.

DMG continuously strives for and succeeds in providing a strong and positive work environment through employee appreciation, team collaboration, competitive compensation, mentoring, and great benefits including:

  • A strong healthcare package inclusive of medical, dental, vision - eligible DAY ONE

  • A rich 401(k) with employer match, increasing annually up to 6%

  • Four weeks PTO + 10 paid holidays

  • One week of CME with allowance

  • Paid Sick Time

  • Qualifies for participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

  • and more

For consideration, please forward CV by E-mail: practice@dmgaz.org

EOE.

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